Photo Credit: Jay Russell 

As UK black metal luminaries The Infernal Sea launch their European tour in France tonight, the band have also unleashed the deluxe edition of their acclaimed 2024 album Hellfenlic. Titled Hellfenlic Deluxe (Reincarnated Evil) this expanded version is now available through Candlelight, offering fans a deeper dive into the band’s unrelenting darkness.

Originally released in January, this enhanced version takes each track to new, reinterpreted heights, offering fresh arrangements that reimagine the original compositions. With every song reworked, Hellfenlic in its deluxe form challenges listeners to approach the album from a completely different perspective, inviting them to rediscover its dark intricacies in a whole new light.

Check out ‘Black Witchery (Curse of The Coven Remix by Nekravol)’ here: https://youtu.be/akygFvolDy0

Stream Hellfenlic Deluxe (Reincarnated Evil) here: https://theinfernalsea.lnk.to/HellfenlicDeluxe

The Infernal Sea draw from a vast musical palette, influenced by a wide array of genres, including electronic and industrial. Having come of age in the 90s, they were immersed in a time when metal bands were boldly crossing genre lines, experimenting with new sounds and styles. Acts like Fear Factory and White Zombie were at the forefront, pushing the boundaries of their art and creating genre-defying remix albums that shattered conventions and expanded the possibilities of what metal could be.

Comments The Infernal Sea, "Our goal was to imagine how these songs might have sounded if someone else had shaped them – to explore the possibilities of an alternate vision. These reimagined tracks aren’t meant to replace the originals; far from it. Instead, they’re designed to challenge listeners, encouraging them to approach Hellfenlic from fresh perspectives and discover new layers within the music.

"It's been highly satisfying if not mind-bending to hear other people's takes on these tracks, in a genre where you almost never see this happen. There is a wide range of sounds, influences and flavours on offer here all while staying true to the intent of the original songs, infernal gratitude to all who gave their most precious time to this unusual project."

The Infernal Sea have been a plague on this Earth since 2011, composing fierce and terrifying black metal from the Fenlands of England, conjuring compelling tales of English & European history throughout the Medieval period.

Over several releases, The Infernal Sea have solidified their reputation as black metal wraiths—enigmatic and elusive, their true identities obscured by plague doctor-inspired masks and shadowy shrouds. In January 2024, they released Hellfenlic, a ferocious new album whose title, derived from Old English, translates to "a Fen of Hell." The record delivered eight tracks of seething, raw black 'n' roll fury, continuing the band's unrelenting assault on the senses. Hellfenlic follows their trio of studio albums—Negotium Crucis (2020), The Great Mortality (2016), and Call of the Augur (2012), further cementing their place as one of the genre's most powerful and uncompromising forces.

The Infernal Sea have continued to elevate their live performances with a terrifying and captivating ritualistic stage show, enthralling audiences wherever they may roam. This has included performances at key UK festivals such as Bloodstock Festival, Incineration Festival, Damnation Festival, A Night of Salvation, Reaper Fest, Cosmic Void as well as a whole host of key support slots to bands such as Anaal Nathrakh, 1349, Taake, Napalm Death, Akercocke, Nargaroth, Primordial, Hellripper, Tsjuder, Mork, Rotting Christ, Hulder, Strigoi, Abigail Williams, Arch Enemy and many more. 

Continuing to captivate audiences with their electrifying, raw live performances, The Infernal Sea kick off their European headline tour in France today. Full dates below. 

The Infernal Sea online:

Bandcamp || Facebook || X || Instagram || Spotify || Candlelight

Hellfenlic Deluxe (Reincarnated Evil) Tracklisting
1. Lord Abhorrent (Scream Bloody Heretic Remix by601)
2. Shadow Of The Beast (Dark Despair Remix bySombre Goblin)
3. Witchfinder (Peasants Fear Remix by601) 
4. The Hunter )Tormented Wrath Remix byRuss Dobson) 
5. Bastard Of The East (Path of the Righteous Remix byNekravol) 
6.Black Witchery (Curse of The Coven Remix byNekravol)
7. Frozen Fen (Fen of Hell Remix bySombre Goblin)
8. Messenger Of God (Zealous Redemption Remix byNekravol) 

Photo Credit: Oli Duncanson

TheCityIsOurs have unveiled their new single, 'Hot Mess'. Building on the band’s knack for blending raw emotion with energetic soundscapes, 'Hot Mess' sets the stage for their upcoming album, Will You Still Love Me?, slated for release on 31st January 2025 via Arising Empire. 

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

Listen here: https://arisingempire.com/hotmess

Vocalist Oli Duncanson commented: "'Hot Mess' is an open, honest address to living closeted. The denial of lying to myself that I would be able to live the rest of my life hiding my true self and running from a small part of my life that I cannot change. But as time goes on, I felt my world starting to crash around me, the crushing realisation that if I tell my family about my sexuality I may hurt them but if I don't, I also realise that'll I'll never be happy and eventually die alone. 

"The track was a way of trying to exorcise the burden of feeling unable to really connect with anybody, in a relationship and even friendship, as I'll always have a wall up unless I give every single aspect of my whole being to everyone I want to stay in my life."

TheCityIsOurs are a five-piece metal band from London who have quickly garnered attention and growing support from 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:

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: Luke Tatlock

A beautifully curious blend of pop-sensibility, delicacy and experimentation. Piano led, guitar-less trio Exploring Birdsong are paving their own musical path with their latest single 'Stitch'.

The video to 'Stitch' premieres at 8pm GMT here: 
https://youtu.be/lMuwg1E2-KI

Stream the single here:
https://orcd.co/exploringbirdsong_stitch

“'Stitch' was a song that came together really quickly for us," comment Exploring Birdsong. "In a moment of borderline crazed inspiration, a lot of the key elements for 'Stitch' have existed more or less since the very first demo. We’re always keen to try new things and pull influence from lots of obscure places - this one unapologetically referencing the Davy Jones organ scene from Pirates of the Caribbean (if you know, you know). The song itself is essentially about teamwork in a relationship, trying to feel strong in the face of adversity because someone you have helped to carry in the past is now carrying you. Despite 'Stitch' being a return to heavy Birdsong, we wanted the message to be a fairly sweet one.”

The young group this year have performed two sold-out headline shows in London and Manchester, and previously joined Katatonia as special guests for their shows in Ireland. Their Ireland shows marked the band's first live performances since their European debut at Euroblast Festival (Cologne, DE), mainstage set at RADAR Festival, and inaugural headline tour across the UK in September 2021, including London, Manchester and Birmingham, and following successful support tours with the likes of Sleep Token and Thank You Scientist.

Rarely are new groups as exciting, talented or unique as Exploring Birdsong. Straddling pop, progressive rock and uncategorisable genre-blending beauty, the band are unplaceable for the most part, but bring to mind elements of Kate Bush, Sleep Token, Everything Everything and Agent Fresco.

Rarely too do you hear voices as captivating as frontwoman Lynsey Ward’s. Powerful, controlled, and spine-chillingly tender, Lynsey’s vocals help mark Exploring Birdsong as a prospect to watch, from the release of their acclaimed debut The Thing With Feathers (2019, Long Branch Records) to 2023's EP Dancing in the Face of Danger.

Exploring Birdsong are:
Lynsey Ward - vocals, piano
Jonny Knight - bass, synthesisers
Matt Harrison - drums, percussion

Exploring Birdsong online:
https://www.instagram.com/exploringbirdsong
https://www.facebook.com/ExploringBirdsong
https://www.exploringbirdsong.com
https://twitter.com/exbirdsong

Photo Credit: Andy Ford

UK progressive metal giants TesseracT’s War of Being album was met with widespread acclaim upon its release in 2023, regarded by many as their strongest and most ambitious work to date.

Now, War of Being receives a special Tour Edition release on Kscope to coincide with the band's War of Being Part 2 Tour – an extensive run of European shows kicking off in February 2025. 

Pre-order: https://tesseractkscope.lnk.to/WoB_tour_edition

The new edition is available on 2LP and 2CD, with both formats including the Live At Radar EP - three bonus tracks recorded live from TesseracT’s headline set at Radar Festival 2024 (Manchester, UK) where they were joined on stage by Choir Noir’s Kat Marsh. The LP edition has also been newly mastered at half-speed for the highest audio quality and is pressed on black and red marble vinyl. 

Speaking on the new tour edition, TesseracT bassist Amos Williams said: "It has been a wild adventure for TesseracT since the release of War of Being back in September 2023. We have travelled the world and experienced many career highlights during these last 12 months, or so. There's a sense of great fulfilment, but also a tinge of sadness as you know that the unique campaign that led into the release of War of Being has passed. So, it's truly awesome to be able to release a Tour Edition version, that as a bonus, includes live recordings from a very special headline show we performed in the summer of 2024, where we were joined on stage by the indomitable Choir Noir (featuring Kat Marsh/Cestra, whom many of you will know, that along with Producer Peter Miles, was part of the team that brought War Of Being from demos to album).

"Exploring this exciting side of ourselves, and bringing the full realisation of the album production to stage, has given us a passion and a drive. One that we're looking forward to developing more and bringing to the stage as we begin the War of Being World Tour Part Two this coming January 2025 in Europe."

Dates:

Feb 11 - Brighton, UK - Chalk
Feb 12 - Cambridge, UK - Cambridge Junction
Feb 14 - Cardiff, UK - Tramshed
Feb 15 - Leeds, UK - Project House

The double vinyl edition of War of Being is presented on transparent Red & Black Marble 2LP and includes the Live at Radar EP - 3 bonus tracks recorded live at Radar Festival in July 2024 - 'Natural Disaster', 'Tender' and 'War Of Being'. 

The 2 Disc CD Tour Edition of War of Being features two digipacks in a slipcase, including the original album and the new Live at Radar bonus EP.

TesseracT online:

https://www.tesseractband.co.uk
https://www.facebook.com/tesseractband
https://www.instagram.com/tesseractband
https://twitter.com/tesseractband
https://open.spotify.com/artist/23ytwhG1pzX6DIVWRWvW1r
https://kscopemusic.com/artists/tesseract

TesseracT are:

Daniel Tompkins (vocals)
Acle Kahney (guitar)
James Monteith (guitar)
Amos Williams (bass) 
Jay Postones (drums)

Photo Credit: Alex Krauss

Today, (13th November), avant-garde metal trio Imperial Triumphant (Century Media) have released a new single with an accompanying video - 'Hotel Sphinx'.

'Hotel Sphinx' is taken from Imperial Triumphant's upcoming sixth LP Goldstar, which will be released in 2025 via Century Media Records. 

The video for 'Hotel Sphinx', directed by the band's own Steve Blanco, can be viewed here: https://youtu.be/KnNHaH2kfkE

Stream here: https://imperialtriumphant.lnk.to/HotelSphinxPR

Imperial Triumphant comment: "The 'Entertainer extraordinaire' leads a gullible audience through the sinister halls of the 'Hotel Sphinx'. Behind the lights, cameras, and endless action lies a disturbing undercurrent—where power is fed by the innocence of youth. The lines between entertainment, initiation, and exploitation blur as a conspiracy of silence reigns in the 'Illuminated Valley of the Kings', where political celebrity celebrates death. Rites of passage too dark to speak, promising false salvation in a world where the show never ends."

Equally rooted in eclectic black metal, the most claustrophobic notions of free jazz, and the concept of urban cityscapes as canyons of horror, Imperial Triumphant's signature sound has set a new standard for the possibilities of extreme music. Fans can expect Goldstar to continue down this sonic path next year, with media already hailing first single 'Eye of Mars' as "chaotic, eerily-atmospheric" (Metal Injection). Stay tuned for more details to come soon...
 
Imperial Triumphant are:
Zachary Ezrin - Vocals, Guitar
Steve Blanco - Bass, Keyboards
Kenny Grohowski - Drums
 
Imperial Triumphant online:
http://www.imperial-triumphant.com/
https://www.facebook.com/imperialtriumphant
https://www.instagram.com/imperialtriumphant/
https://twitter.com/imperialnyc

Photo Credit: Sarai Kelley

Hardcore quintet Stick To Your Guns will release their ferocious new album Keep Planting Flowers on 10th January via new label SharpTone Records.

The band have now dropped new single 'More Than A Witness'.
Watch here: https://youtu.be/STP2WbYbkHA
Stream here: https://bfan.link/more-than-a-witness

Pre-order the album here.

It's less than two-and-a-half minutes in length, and while short, it packs a massive punch.

"'More Than a Witness' was a song that poured out of us, from the riffs to the lyrics it was clear that the substance of this song was something that desperately needed to come out and I'm glad it did," says Josh James, guitar. "It's one of my favourites from the new album and truly is a reminder that we each have our own responsibility in fighting for a better way of life for all."

Jesse Barnett, vocals, also weighs in, saying, "The philosophers have only interpreted the world, in various ways. The point, however, is to change it. Whether we all like it or not, every day we are engaging in a collective society where what we do, or don't do, has a cause and effect on each other, and other things. While most of us have completely isolated ourselves by individualizing every aspect of our lives, it can be difficult to see why what doesn't directly affect you right now in this moment should have any significance to you at all. For me, personally, I have committed to my role of no longer just sitting back and watching our world spin out into a death spiral but rather I will do what I can when I can with what I have. No matter how futile it may seem to be to some. To me, this is what it means to be truly human. And like the late great Kris Kristofferson says: 'Try to tell the truth and stand your ground. DON'T LET THE BASTARDS GET YOU DOWN.'"

"Keep Planting Flowers is a collection of songs that exist to spite the nihilistic narrative that plagues our minds and societies," Barnett says about the album. "One that says things are just the way that they are and that regardless of the burning rage or depthless depression that this fills us with, there is simply nothing we can do about it. I militantly reject such a joyless outlook on the one life that I get the honour of living. A new world needs a new you, so no matter how bad things get, keep planting flowers."

STYG will spend the next several months on the road. The band is currently touring with Bane. Then, they head to Europe in January and February with Bodysnatcher, Elwood Stray, and No Cure. They will hit North America with Paleface Swiss in the spring of next year.

Stick To Your Guns hold a mirror up to society's ills without blurring its ugliness. In an attempt to unapologetically trumpet real change, the Southern California quintet never shies away from speaking or screaming unpopular truths from the purest place. Founded in 2003, Stick To Your Guns have always written and performed with a sense of urgency, their socially conscious message hitting as hard as their signature hybrid of hardcore, punk, and metal. Over the course of their career, they've amassed over 50 million total streams, performed on six continents, and shared stages with the likes of Parkway Drive, Architects, and Every Time I Die. Most recently, Alternative Press praised 2017's True View as "the result of a long time spent on self-reflection and realization." The band's relentless pursuit of a better world and their critique of societal injustices continues to drive their music and message. In 2024, Stick To Your Guns signed with SharpTone Records, marking a new chapter in their storied career. This partnership promises to bring their potent blend of activism and music to an even broader audience, amplifying their call for change and social justice.

Stick To Your Guns are:

Jesse Barnett [vocals]
Andrew Rose [bass]
Adam Galindo [drums]
Chris Rawson [guitar]
Josh James [guitar]

Stick To Your Guns online:

https://www.facebook.com/STYGoc
https://www.instagram.com/stygoc
https://sticktoyourguns.net
https://x.com/stygoc
https://open.spotify.com/artist/2sqrupqcoipb7UzVKApEnJ

Tracklisting:
 

1. We All Die Anyway
2. Spineless
3. Permanent Dark
4. Invisible Rain
5. Severed Forever
6. More Than A Witness
7. Keep Planting Flowers
8. Eats Me Up
9. Who Needs Who
10. H84U

Photo Credit: Susanne Mueller

Southern California punk outfit zebrahead emerged at the peak of the vibrant punk scene of Orange County, CA, and have continued to push boundaries ever since. The energetic collective show their resilience and punk prowess with their 3-part EP series, concluding with their new I EP out today, which features their recent singles and brand new track 'Puppet Stringers'. 

When asked about 'Puppet Stringers', guitarist Dan Palmer shared: "It’s our new heavy jam that rounds out our new EP I."  Vocalist/rapper Ali Tabatabaee adds: "It’s like a nice poke in the eye with a sharp stick! Time to get in the pit!" With thunderous riffs, relentless energy, and a rebellious spirit, the track serves as a powerful anthem of independence and defiance. “Turn it up, let the chaos take over, and feel the surge of raw intensity!”

zebrahead teased the I EP with the release of songs 'I Have Mixed Drinks About Feelings', 'Pulling Teeth', 'Doomsday on the Radio', and 'Sink Like a Stone'. “Prepare for an adrenaline-fueled ride with our latest release,” says Tabatabaee.

Check out the new music video for 'Sink Like A Stone' here: https://youtu.be/FAMi5DGv-ng

The EP is available in vinyl format and as part of merch bundles. Purchase here: https://zebrahead.myshopify.com

I is the follow-up to the III (2021) and II (2023) EPs, completing zebrahead’s III.II.I. series. “Finally, the last EP is here...this series represents where our heads have been during and since COVID,” shares bassist Ben Osmundson. “It’s been a trying time for everyone, and now it’s time for fresh starts. See you on tour!”

With I, zebrahead deliver their signature, no-holds-barred, fast-paced, heavy-hitting, genre-blending punk. Since their inception, the band have sold over 2.5 million albums, earned a Grammy nomination, and currently have over 630,000 monthly listeners on Spotify.

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

Tracklist:

1. I Have Mixed Drinks About Feelings
2. Pulling Teeth
3. Doomsday on the Radio
4. Sink Like A Stone
5. Puppet Stringers

Genre defying sisters ALT BLK ERA have unveiled a new version of their huge single 'My Drummer's Girlfriend', featuring Wheatus. The US alt-rock legends, who discovered ALT BLK ERA at Download Festival earlier this year, became instant fans of their unique sound and energy. One thing led to another, and the result is this exciting new take on the song.

Watch the video for 'My Drummer's Girlfriend' featuring Wheatus here: https://youtu.be/XIDS4Gan1lA

Stream here: https://earache.lnk.to/MDGfeatWheatus

ALT BLK ERA vocalist Nyrobi commented: “Before 'My Drummer's Girlfriend' came out we would describe it as having Teenage Dirtbag energy. Then, Wheatus followed us after we both performed at Download Festival. It felt like we were being pushed into a position where we had to find the courage to ask one of the most iconic indie rock bands to collaborate with us, on our track. I mean the audacity right? Fortunately they loved it and being fortunate enough to collaborate with them feels OUT OF THIS WORLD!”

“I was a first just a fan of ALT BLK ERA” commented vocalist / guitarist Brendan B. Brown. “There’s always two sides to a story; we wanted to make the lyrics from the drummer's girlfriend's perspective." Not wanting to do the original a disservice, he continued: "I started focusing on it really hard, trying loads of different guitar lines. 'My Drummer’s Girlfriend' is a heavy banger. I didn’t want to mess it (the original) up!"

Collaborating with Wheatus is a huge achievement for such a new act, and something they don't take for granted. Nyrobi continues: “We haven’t had much experience working with other artists, especially not ones as legendary as Wheatus. 'My Drummer's Girlfriend' hadn't even come out yet so we were really nervous about sharing the track with them. We wanted to just hide somwhere, once we'd sent it through."

ALT BLK ERA vocalist Chaya added: "Over the past two years as young artists, making music that doesn't fit into people's boxes, we’ve faced so many naysayers. So to have Wheatus supporting our music in such a public way is just absolutely amazing and we've learnt so much from them."

ALT BLK ERA's debut album Rave Immortal is scheduled for a 24th January release via Earache Records. Pre-order here: earache.com/altblkera

Catch ALT BLK ERA live:

Jan 24: Bristol, Rough Trade
Jan 25: Nottingham, Saltbox
Jan 27: Liverpool, Rough Trade
Jan 28: Oxford, Truck
Jan 29: Brighton, Resident
Jan 30: Kingston, Pryzm 

Limited tickets are available for each performance - don’t miss your chance. Secure your spot now at linktr.ee/altblkera.instore

Within just a year ALT BLK ERA have established themselves as one of the most unique and exciting new alternative acts today, winning over audiences at major festivals including Glastonbury and Reading & Leeds, and opening for artists such as Tom Morello, Lord Of The Lost and many more. Their highly acclaimed debut EP Freak Show accelerated their meteoric rise, earning them nominations in both the 2024 MOBO and Heavy Music Awards. The album announcement comes after their triumphant set at Download Festival, where Metal Hammer magazine described them as one the bands that defined this year’s event.

As two alternative people who understand living life outside of the edge of social norms, ALT BLK ERA have created a wonderful safe space and a community for alts and their allies. This ethos has earned them a loyal and diverse following, who see no barriers and boundaries musically and socially. 

This safe space has allowed the girls to open up even more on Rave Immortal, which among its themes around diversity and inclusion, centres around Nyrobi coming to terms with a disabling illness, and the support she received from Chaya. From pain and struggle to newfound strength and unconditional love, this is a story that will resonate with anyone who has faced barriers, and is an inspiration overcome them and to be yourself no matter what.

On Rave Immortal, Nyrobi comments: "You might not notice on a first listen that this album is about my hidden disability that is a result of chronic illness that took hold during my teens and left me bed-ridden for years. I take the listener through the shadows and share the pain of abandonment I felt, and the solace that I found in my younger sister's unwavering support.

"This part of the album is so painful for me and at the same time it feels beautiful because it shows my sister by my side, every step of the way; through each emotion and every story. I wouldn’t have been brave enough to share this part of me without Chaya and the track 'Come On Outside' is a beautiful reflection of her.

"But we don’t stop there! The album then captures the defiant energy that grew within us, as I became more able. The songs show us crashing through the imposed barriers and boldly claiming spaces that we were once excluded from. As the songs transition into a dreamscape, they delve into the exploration of relationships; the clash of personalities when fitting into a new friendship group and the dangerous mind of an infatuated person who is scarred by illness and years of isolation.

The rebellion then builds as we begin to host wild celebrations, fiercely defending our joy after so many years of imposed restriction. The final tracks turn the tide, transforming our pursuit of freedom into an exhilarating hunt, where those who once stifled our spirit are drawn into our eternal dance of liberation, freeing them from all worldly constraints."

Chaya continues: "This album starts as a deeply personal story of the physical and emotional pain that my sister went through when she first became ill. I was about twelve at that time. It was during the pandemic so it was a time of worry and isolation for me also but as Nyrobi slowly became more able to communicate, we spent every minute that she was awake together. I would sit in her room and contribute to her creations whilst she wrote song after song after song. From my more introverted perspective, the calmer songs reflect my nature, so 'Straight To Heart', 'Come On Outside' and 'Run Rabbit'. However,  I’ll ride-or-die for my big sis, so when it’s time to be defiant or to be rebellious, or when it’s time to scream, I’m right there too. This is what the album is about for me - our bond, that also respects who we are as individuals."
 
ALT BLK ERA are:
Nyrobi - vocals
Chaya - vocals

ALT BLK ERA online:
Instagram || TikTok

Rave Immortal tracklist: 

01. Straight To Heart
02. Come On Outside
03. Crashing Parties
04. My Drummer’s Girlfriend
05. Hunt You Down
06. Upstairs Neighbours
07. Come Fight Me For It
08. Run Rabbit
09. Catch Me If You Can
10. Rave Immortal 

Photo Credit: VDPictures

Lord Of The Lost and Feuerschwanz, two of Germany’s most energetic and successful bands in recent years, have joined forces to deliver the outstanding metal anthem 'Lords of Fyre', together with an enthralling official music video that combines the best of both worlds. 

Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/eJnlT_7YWmg

Stream here: https://lnk.to/LOF-LordsOfFyre
 
The powerful anthem 'Lords of Fyre' celebrates grand melodies and is an instant singalong track, as it combines the trademark sounds of both bands in one. Known for their #1 studio albums, massive sold-out tours, premium positions on the largest festivals and several mainstream TV appearances, Feuerschwanz and Lord Of The Lost reinvent themselves as 'Lords of Fyre'. Get ready for the hottest collaboration of the year, bringing together fire, darkness and boundless joy. The acts have also announced a 2025 German co-headline tour.
 
Hodi of Feuerschwanz states: “We've had a great friendship with Lord Of The Lost for a long time, even though we come from completely different musical worlds. For us, it was great fun and challenging at the same time to merge the two worlds into one!”
 
Chris Harms of Lord Of The Lost adds: “Besides our shared love for music, Feuerschwanz and Lord Of The Lost have one more thing in common: bringing every idea to life, no matter how crazy it might be. The fact that the idea of ‘let's go on tour together’ has grown into such a monster - with a joint song and video - is even better! We can’t wait for the Lords Of Fyre tour!”

The Lords Of Fyre tour promises an unforgettable night filled with grand melodies, blazing pyrotechnics, and unparalleled atmosphere. Whether you’re a die-hard fan or a newcomer, this tour will make your heart race when the worlds of Feuerschwanz and Lord Of The Lost collide.

Lord Of The Lost are:
Chris Harms – Vocals, Guitar
Pi Stoffers – Guitar
Class Grenayde – Bass
Gared Dirge – Piano, Synths, Percussion, Guitar
Niklas Kahl – Drums

Lord Of The Lost online:
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Feuerschwanz are:
Johanna – violin, hurdy-gurdy
Hauptmann – vocals, guitar
Hodi – flutes, bagpipes, guitars, vocals
Hans – guitar
Jarne – bass
Rollo – drums
Musch Musch – dance & performance
Myu – dance & performance

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