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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE PALE HORSEMAN ANNOUNCE NEW FULL-LENGTH ALBUM RUIN OF SOULS Chicago sludge metal veterans descend deeper into darkness with a crushing new album of industrial brutality, bleak melody, and existential dread For Fans Of:... More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE PALE HORSEMAN ANNOUNCE NEW FULL-LENGTH ALBUM RUIN OF SOULS Chicago sludge metal veterans descend deeper into darkness with a crushing new album of industrial brutality, bleak melody, and existential dread For Fans Of: Godflesh, Neurosis, Obituary Chicago sludge metal veterans Pale Horseman are preparing to unleash their latest full-length album, Ruin of Souls, a devastating new chapter from a band that has spent more than fifteen years forging an increasingly massive and unsettling sound. With the album's official release date currently TBD, Pale Horseman are working toward a physical vinyl release targeted for December 2026, with further details to be announced. Speaking about the new album, Pale Horseman describe Ruin of Souls as a deeper descent into the darkness that has defined the band's music for more than fifteen years: “On Ruin of Souls, Pale Horseman descend even deeper into the darkness they’ve been cultivating for over fifteen years. Crushing sludge riffs collide with bleak melody, industrial brutality, and an overwhelming sense of dread, creating something that is as hypnotic as it is punishing. This is heavy music stripped down to its most primal and unsettling form—music that doesn’t simply soundtrack the end times, but makes you feel like you’re already living through them.” That description captures the oppressive atmosphere at the heart of Ruin of Souls. Pale Horseman blend crushing sludge riffs with industrial textures, dissonant tension, bleak melody, and cinematic heaviness, creating a sound that feels both brutally physical and psychologically consuming. For Pale Horseman, heaviness has never been limited to sheer volume or distorted guitars. Their music explores psychological ruin, paranormal mystery, mythic violence, existential dread, and the raw burden of human suffering. The result is a sound capable of moving between crushing brutality and strangely haunting beauty without ever losing its sense of menace. Formed in 2010, Pale Horseman have carved out a distinctive place within Chicago's underground metal scene. The band's members bring decades of experience from the city's heavy music community, with roots in acts including Couldron, Maimed, Souls Demise, Doomsday, Making Ghosts, Abortus, Deep Space Pilots, and Johnny Vomit. That history has helped shape Pale Horseman's massive and meticulously constructed approach to sludge metal, combining punishing riffs with an atmosphere that feels expansive, oppressive, and relentlessly dark. The band have also earned a reputation for intense and engulfing live performances. Throughout their career, Pale Horseman have shared stages with Acid King, Earthride, Crowbar, Whores., Bongripper, Coroner, Trouble, Vio-Lence, Karma To Burn, Eyehategod, Church of Misery, and many others, appearing at clubs, DIY spaces, and festival stages throughout the Midwest and beyond. Drawing on the mechanical brutality of Godflesh, the crushing atmospheric weight of Neurosis, and the primal heaviness associated with Obituary, Pale Horseman occupy a space where sludge, industrial metal, and darker strains of extreme metal collide. Ruin of Souls promises to carry that evolution forward, taking the band's established sound into an even darker and more oppressive territory. PALE HORSEMAN Chicago Sludge Metal | Est. 2010 Andre Almaraz - Guitar & VocalsEric Ondo - Guitar & VocalsRich Cygan - BassJason Schryver - Drums Album: Ruin of SoulsFormat: Full-Length AlbumGenre: Sludge MetalRelease Date: TBDVinyl: Targeting December 2026 - Recorded and mixed at Bricktop Recording in Chicago, IL by Pete Grossman- Mastered by Audio Siege Mastering in Portland, OR by Brad Boatright For Fans Of: Godflesh, Neurosis, Obituary Connect:  https://www.facebook.com/PaleHorsemanSludgehttps://www.instagram.com/pale_horseman/https://palehorseman.bandcamp.com/https://open.spotify.com/artist/6BEZtiJJg28KoUkhEveZ7ahttps://music.apple.com/us/artist/pale-horseman/886069680  Less

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE NORCVLT ANNOUNCES SOPHOMORE FULL-LENGTH ALBUM “DI’NA TÀCHÌ” ARRIVING NOVEMBER 2026 Indigenous Atmospheric Black Metal Project Begins Unveiling Its Next Chapter With First Album Promo Video Southern California (Occupied... More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE NORCVLT ANNOUNCES SOPHOMORE FULL-LENGTH ALBUM “DI’NA TÀCHÌ” ARRIVING NOVEMBER 2026 Indigenous Atmospheric Black Metal Project Begins Unveiling Its Next Chapter With First Album Promo Video Southern California (Occupied Tongva & Chumash Territories) | Atmospheric black metal project NORCVLT has officially announced the upcoming release of its sophomore full-length album, “Di’na Tàchì,” arriving November 2026. Meaning “First Breath,” Di’na Tàchì continues the journey established by NORCVLT's debut full-length Saa Ka’nì, moving beyond darkness and destruction toward creation, awakening, and new life. NORCVLT describes the album as a journey through “the first breath, the antlered dawn, the returning waters, the awakening of spirits, the spilling of blood, the stirring of flesh, and the birth of new life.” With the album now ready to emerge, NORCVLT is beginning the unveiling process with a first promotional video and the official album artwork, with the complete tracklist set to be revealed later this week. “Di’na Tàchì — ‘First Breath’ — continues where Saa Ka’nì left off. From the darkness, destruction and the sacred flame’s inevitable end comes creation.” The forthcoming album represents another evolution of NORCVLT's atmospheric black metal sound, combining frostbitten aggression, expansive ambience, ritualistic atmosphere, cinematic scale, and a deeply personal Indigenous perspective. Fans of Uada, Yaotl Mictlan, Grima, and Agalloch may find familiar ground within NORCVLT's expansive and emotionally charged approach, while the project continues to develop its own distinct sonic mythology and spiritual identity. THE ROAD TO DI’NA TÀCHÌ The announcement of Di’na Tàchì follows NORCVLT's recent activity surrounding the single “Celestial Tearfall,” released July 9, 2026 through Red Nebula. The track serves as the second single from the forthcoming album and offers an early glimpse into the expansive world being constructed throughout Di’na Tàchì. NORCVLT also recently unveiled the official music video for “A Triumphant Warcry,” which premiered through Black Metal Artists. The visual chapter further expands the project's atmospheric world while continuing the progression toward the forthcoming sophomore album. Together, these releases have begun laying the groundwork for the next chapter of NORCVLT. The project's philosophy is captured in its own words: “As blackness fades… ancient splendor pours forth.” DI’NA TÀCHÌ — NOVEMBER 2026 Album: Di’na TàchìMeaning: “First Breath”Release: November 2026Project: NORCVLTManagement: NORCVLT / Red NebulaAlbum Artwork: G. C. Logan / @oswta.okwaliBranch Border Artwork: @nocturnalwings_ The complete tracklist will be revealed later this week. More details surrounding Di’na Tàchì will be unveiled as NORCVLT continues its journey toward the album's November release. LISTEN TO “CELESTIAL TEARFALL” Stream / Follow / Pre-Save:https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/norcvlt/celestial-tearfall/ WATCH “A TRIUMPHANT WARCRY” NORCVLT – “A Triumphant Warcry” Official Music VideoPremiere via Black Metal Artists [jrEmbed module="jrYouTube" youtube_id="-SI0Guj9iEs"] NORCVLTAs blackness fades… ancient splendor pours forth. Connect with NORCVLT Linktree: https://linktr.ee/norcvltofficialInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/norcvltofficial_bmYouTube: https://m.youtube.com/@Norcvltofficial_/videosSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/68tjAo5Ji4Z9MnictYLGlCApple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/norcvlt/1760131310 Contact Tñuu Dau / The Black Rainnorcvltofficial@gmail.com Less

NoCleanSinging: Bokkerijders Premiere New Track “Calcination Pyre” Ahead of Debut Album Crush Kill Destroy Belgian black metal outfit Bokkerijders have unleashed their latest track “Calcination Pyre,” the second song revealed from their highly... More

NoCleanSinging: Bokkerijders Premiere New Track “Calcination Pyre” Ahead of Debut Album Crush Kill Destroy Belgian black metal outfit Bokkerijders have unleashed their latest track “Calcination Pyre,” the second song revealed from their highly anticipated debut full-length, Crush Kill Destroy. Hailing from Belgium’s rich but often overlooked black metal scene, Bokkerijders formed in 2021 and quickly established their identity with the release of their debut demo in 2022. The band followed it with the Silver Dust and Swords of Gold EP in 2023, further developing their raw, riff-driven approach to metal. Now, Bokkerijders are preparing to unleash Crush Kill Destroy, which is scheduled for international release on October 23, 2026, via Personal Records. The band has premiered “Calcination Pyre” through NoCleanSinging.com, giving listeners another glimpse into what the Belgian trio have been forging on their debut album. Listen to “Calcination Pyre” in its entirety via NoCleanSinging: https://www.nocleansinging.com/2026/09/22/an-ncs-premiere-bokkerijders-calcination-pyre/ While Bokkerijders are rooted in black metal, the band takes a far broader view of what constitutes heavy metal. Their influences span the likes of Aura Noir, Slayer, and Turbonegro, with the group approaching the music without being overly concerned with rigid subgenre boundaries. That attitude carries directly into Crush Kill Destroy. The album delivers exactly what its title promises: aggressive, direct, riff-heavy metal that balances a ripping, raw production with enough clarity to let the layers of guitar work come through. The songwriting is concise and energetic, with pounding rhythms, memorable riffs, strategically placed solos, and a sense of urgency running throughout. Beneath the straightforward attack, however, there is considerably more going on. The record draws from the crusty, archaic edges of extreme metal while maintaining the band's commitment to simple, powerful songwriting. Crush Kill Destroy also carries a particularly significant weight for Bokkerijders. The album serves as a final musical statement featuring lead guitarist Wouter Lemmens, who passed away in September 2025. Following Lemmens' death, Bokkerijders will continue forward as a power trio, with Crush Kill Destroy serving as both a debut statement and a lasting piece of the band's history. The previously released title track, “Crush Kill Destroy,” is also available through Personal Records' Bandcamp, while preorders for the album are now underway. Less

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE ART OF SHOCK KICK OFF A NEW ERA WITH EXPLOSIVE SINGLE “YOU ARE THE PLAGUE” Los Angeles Metal Force Unleashes First Release Through Their Own AOMFS Records Release Date: Friday, September 18, 2026Genre: Metal / Alternative... More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE ART OF SHOCK KICK OFF A NEW ERA WITH EXPLOSIVE SINGLE “YOU ARE THE PLAGUE” Los Angeles Metal Force Unleashes First Release Through Their Own AOMFS Records Release Date: Friday, September 18, 2026Genre: Metal / Alternative Metal / Thrash MetalFor Fans Of: Metallica, Pantera, Avenged SevenfoldLabel: AOMFS Records Listen / Follow Art of Shock:https://artofshock.netlify.app/links/ Bandcamp:https://artofshock.bandcamp.com/ Los Angeles metal veterans Art of Shock have officially entered a new chapter with the release of their explosive new single “You Are The Plague,” now available through their own label, AOMFS Records. Forged through years of chaos, relentless touring, lineup changes, personal setbacks, industry upheaval, and sheer survival, Art of Shock returns with a song that reflects exactly where the band stands today: louder, heavier, more aggressive, and completely unwilling to disappear. “You Are The Plague” moves without warning between speed and crushing heaviness, combining powerful clean vocals, vicious growls, massive hooks, and the kind of uncompromising metal that has defined Art of Shock throughout their career. “Art of Shock is back, baby! It was a hard process, but here we are. Introducing ‘You Are The Plague,’ the first of many songs coming your way through AOMFS Records. On this one, we go through some familiar places, but with our sights fixed firmly on the future. You’ll notice!” Written by Art Geezar and Adrian Geezar, “You Are The Plague” was produced, mixed, and mastered by Thurman Shumway. Forged in Hollywood. Built Through Survival. Art of Shock's story began in Los Angeles, where Art Geezar, Adrian Geezar, and Brice Snyder cut their teeth on the Sunset Strip. The band became known as the Whisky a Go Go's unofficial house band, turning the legendary Hollywood venue into a proving ground for their explosive live performances. That same energy carried onto the Vans Warped Tour, where Art of Shock commanded stages by day and became notorious for hosting the tour's afterparties every night. The band went on to release two full-length albums through Century Media Records, earning placements on Billboard, VEVO, and college radio charts, while sharing stages with major names including Sepultura, Crowbar, Brujeria, Sacred Reich, Trivium, Hirax, and Cavalera Conspiracy. But the road forward was never easy. Lineup changes, personal losses, financial pressure, industry upheaval, broken plans, and the disruption caused by the pandemic repeatedly forced Art of Shock to rebuild. Rather than becoming a victim story, those experiences became fuel. Every setback created new material. Every collapse demanded another version of the band. Now, Art of Shock is turning that survival instinct into something louder while taking greater control over how that music reaches the world. Taking Back Control With AOMFS Records, Art of Shock is entering this next chapter on its own terms. The label represents the band's decision to take control of its artistic output and determine for itself how its music is released, presented, and ultimately experienced by its audience. That independence is at the heart of the band's new era. After years of navigating the traditional music industry, Art of Shock is no longer waiting for someone else to decide what comes next. AOMFS Records puts that decision back in the band's hands. And “You Are The Plague” is the first statement from that new chapter. “You Are The Plague” The band's new single takes direct aim at weaponized misinformation, anti-scientific thinking, and political control disguised as religious faith. The song confronts those who transform ignorance into influence and use that influence to pull society backward. The aggression is intentional, the target is clear, and the message is delivered with the full force of Art of Shock's trademark metal attack. For Art of Shock, “You Are The Plague” is not simply a comeback. It is the next move. This is a band that has survived enough to know exactly what matters, and they have no intention of slowing down. “You Are The Plague” is the brutal sound of survival. About Art of Shock From the streets of Hollywood to stages around the world, Art of Shock was forged through loud shows, debauchery, chaos, and survival. Art Geezar, Adrian Geezar, and Brice Snyder turn their inner demons into intense, uncompromised metal built on crushing anthems, ferocious vocals, and massive hooks. After two full-length releases through Century Media Records, appearances on Billboard, VEVO, and college radio charts, Vans Warped Tour performances, and tours and shows alongside some of metal's most respected acts, Art of Shock enters its next era with “You Are The Plague,” the first release through their own label, AOMFS Records. The past built the band. Survival made them louder. Now they're taking control of what comes next. [jrEmbed module="jrYouTube" youtube_id="Uap29BOeA0I"] Release Details Art of Shock – “You Are The Plague”Release Date: September 18, 2026Release Status: Out NowRelease Type: SingleGenre: Metal / Alternative Metal / Thrash MetalLabel: AOMFS Records Written by: Art Geezar & Adrian GeezarProduced by: Thurman ShumwayMixed by: Thurman ShumwayMastered by: Thurman Shumway Official Links:https://artofshock.netlify.app/links/https://artofshock.bandcamp.com/https://aomfsrecords.com/press/you-are-the-plague/ Media / Booking / General Contact:Artinfo@aomfsrecords.com Less

🔥 Who Will Rise as This Week’s Champion on the MDR Battle Of The Bands? 🔥And who will dominate next month as Band of the Month on Metal Devastation Radio? Last month’s winners, OKL'S FRUITLOOPS, crushed... More

🔥 Who Will Rise as This Week’s Champion on the MDR Battle Of The Bands? 🔥And who will dominate next month as Band of the Month on Metal Devastation Radio? Last month’s winners, OKL'S FRUITLOOPS, crushed the competition with a staggering 5,083,542 VOTES, claiming the title of Band of the Month on Metal Devastation Radio! You can check them out HERE! This is the weekly championship edition of the Band Of The Month – Battle Of The Bands that we host every month on MDR! How does it work?Every Monday, we launch a new poll featuring bands that submit music each week on metaldevastationradio.com. Voting runs until Friday at 9PM EST. Each Friday night, at the start of The Zach Moonshine Show, I’ll be spinning the Top Six weekly winners, and announcing the #1 band of the week live on air — getting thousands of listens on Mixcloud! At the end of the month, all weekly votes are added up, and the band with the highest total votes becomes our Band of the Month! Winning Band of the Month gets: A featured post on our Facebook page, reaching thousands of fans A front-page spotlight on metaldevastationradio.com, which pulls in hundreds of thousands of views every month A free PR email blast from Metal Devastation PR, hitting 40,000+ contacts including labels, zines, stations, and more Airplay every hour during general rotation Tons of social media shares and exposure across our network If you want the world to know who your band is, this is the easiest way to make it happen! 💥 Want in on the next battle?Comment below with your band name and we’ll add you to next week’s poll — or email me at zach@metaldevastationradio.com with “Battle Submission” in the subject line. Bands can compete as many times as they want, and if you enter multiple weeks in the same month, your votes combine toward the Band of the Month title! 👇 Click on the bands below to vote as many times as you like, or add your own! Poll closes Friday, September 25th at 9PM EST! Who Will Rise as This Week’s Champion on the MDR Battle Of The Bands? 09/22/26 - 09/25/26 Less

Helldrifter Begin Preparing New Material Following Busy Touring Cycle German melodic death metal outfit Helldrifter are already looking toward their next chapter, with the band confirming that work on new material will officially begin after the... More

Helldrifter Begin Preparing New Material Following Busy Touring Cycle German melodic death metal outfit Helldrifter are already looking toward their next chapter, with the band confirming that work on new material will officially begin after the summer. German melodic death metal band Helldrifter are gearing up for the next phase of their career. Following an extensive period of touring and live activity, the southern German outfit has announced that they will begin working on new material after the summer. While the songwriting process remains in its early stages, the band has revealed that a substantial amount of new music is already beginning to take shape behind the scenes. The announcement comes as Helldrifter approach the end of a particularly active touring cycle supporting their latest release, Shell of Inexistence. Over the past year, the band has taken their melodic death metal attack across Germany, including an extensive support run with Dutch death metal veterans Sinister. Helldrifter subsequently continued their campaign with a series of club shows throughout Germany, building on the momentum generated by the release. The band are now preparing for their final festival appearances of the summer before turning their attention toward songwriting and the creation of what will become their next release. Although Helldrifter aren't revealing many details about the new material just yet, their latest announcement suggests that the band isn't short on ideas. Lead vocalist Billy Kolins comments: "Something new is brewing, and we're incredibly excited about what's coming. It will take some time, but one thing is for sure: there will be a lot of new material." That last part should certainly get the attention of anyone who has been following the band. With the Shell of Inexistence touring cycle winding down, Helldrifter are entering a different phase. Rather than immediately rushing another release into production, the band will have time to develop the material and determine where they want to take their sound next. For a band operating in the melodic death metal territory occupied by acts such as Carcass, At The Gates, Benediction, and Death, expectations will naturally be high. For now, however, the details remain firmly under wraps. What is known is that Helldrifter have new music brewing, the writing process is set to begin in earnest after the summer, and according to Kolins, there will be a lot of new material coming out of the process. For fans who have been following the band through their recent touring run, the next chapter is already beginning to take shape. Listen To Shell of Inexistence [jrEmbed module="jrYouTube" youtube_id="eSJWBJoc9O4"] For Fans Of Carcass • At The Gates • Benediction • Death Follow Helldrifter Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Helldrifter/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/helldrifter_/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/intl-de/artist/16Zbu9rjTiX5AVQBjfTOUa Less

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FERAL VERMIN BRINGS PARANORMAL ENCOUNTERS, OLD-SCHOOL METAL, AND THE DARKER SIDE OF HUMANITY TO “HARVEY IN THE HOUSE” Texas-Based Heavy Metal Act Delivers a Nostalgic, Theatrical Trip Into the Supernatural With Their New... More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FERAL VERMIN BRINGS PARANORMAL ENCOUNTERS, OLD-SCHOOL METAL, AND THE DARKER SIDE OF HUMANITY TO “HARVEY IN THE HOUSE” Texas-Based Heavy Metal Act Delivers a Nostalgic, Theatrical Trip Into the Supernatural With Their New Album Release Date: September 7, 2026 Feral Vermin invites listeners into a world where old-school heavy metal, paranormal encounters, theatrical imagery, and the darker side of human nature collide with the release of their new album, Harvey in the House, released September 7, 2026. Described by the band as “old school metal with crazy paranormal encounters,” Harvey in the House draws heavily from the group's appreciation for classic metal while bringing a distinctly modern sense of atmosphere and storytelling to the material. At the center of that story is Harvey, a ghost-like entity connected to a true account from guitarist Gary Watson's home. Founded by Steven Eddie in 2013 as a largely private musical project, Feral Vermin remained relatively quiet for years with little emphasis on promotion. That changed as the lineup expanded, bringing together Eddie with Gary Watson, Morgan Heck, Cameron Brown, and theatrical performer Rick Kalifa. The resulting incarnation of Feral Vermin is built around a mixture of experience, contrasting musical backgrounds, and a shared appreciation for heavy music and theatrical presentation. Eddie handles vocals, lyrics, and guitars, bringing his experience as vocalist for Cryptic Veil, a project formed in 2013 that went on to perform throughout the DFW area and tour through Colorado and Oklahoma. He has also performed with Portals of the Tomb Guard alongside Heck and serves as vocalist and guitarist for Ink'nOrbodica, which has since evolved into Feral Vermin. Guitarist Gary Watson brings decades of musical history to the project. His career stretches back to the early 1970s, when he joined the band SWEETLEAF. The group spent years performing throughout Texas, Oklahoma, Colorado, and Mississippi before Watson later became involved with the Texas punk band The Mentals in the early 1980s. That musical history plays an important role in the sound of Feral Vermin. Watson's songwriting and composition help give Harvey in the House its nostalgic character, while Eddie's metal vocals and lyrical approach provide the heavier edge. Morgan Heck adds another layer of experience to the lineup as a seasoned musician and founder, guitarist, and vocalist for Sign of the Times. Bassist Cameron Brown also brings a wide-ranging musical skill set to the project, including his work on keys. Rick Kalifa completes the lineup by taking on the theatrical side of Feral Vermin, helping bring the band's visual identity and the character of Harvey to life. But Harvey is only part of the story. Feral Vermin's music explores what the band describes as “the beast of mankind”, the feral side that exists within all of us. Their subject matter reaches into darkness, wickedness, mental trauma, disorders, bad days, and the struggles that can shape the human experience. At the same time, the band doesn't view its world as being entirely consumed by darkness. There is balance. Everything is not gloom and doom. That contrast between darkness and positivity forms part of the conceptual identity behind Feral Vermin, creating a world where horror, humor, human struggle, theatricality, and heavy metal can exist side by side. Harvey in the House was produced and recorded by Steven Eddie at Hard Wall Studios and Bee Cave Records, with mixing and mastering handled by Rick Greenwood at Geneva Post Audio. For listeners drawn to the classic heaviness of Black Sabbath, the darker theatricality of Marilyn Manson, and the straightforward power of AC/DC, Feral Vermin offers a distinctly personal take on heavy metal that reaches backward for inspiration while creating its own strange little corner of the genre. Welcome to their world. Welcome to your world. Welcome to Feral Vermin. Harvey in the House is out now. Feral Vermin Genre: Heavy MetalAlbum: Harvey in the HouseRelease Date: September 7, 2026 Featuring:Steven Eddie - Vocals, Lyrics, GuitarsGary Watson - Rhythm & Lead GuitarsCameron Brown - BassMorgan Heck - DrumsRick Kalifa - Theatrics Production:Produced & Recorded by Steven EddieHard Wall Studios / Bee Cave RecordsMixed & Mastered by Rick GreenwoodGeneva Post Audio Listen to Harvey in the House:https://feralvermin.bandcamp.com/album/harvey-in-the-house Harvey in the House by Feral Vermin Connect: https://feralvermin.net/https://www.facebook.com/zezachs/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_QV0FBYuS0K511r_yZjDWghttps://www.instagram.com/feral_vermin_band/ Contact:Steven Eddiecrypticveil@gmail.com Less

METAL DEVASTATION PR ARTISTS TAKE OVER THE LATEST ISSUE OF METALIZED MAGAZINE Five Finger Death Punch Lands the Cover as Multiple Metal Devastation PR Artists Receive Reviews and Feature Coverage in the Latest Issue The latest issue of Denmark's... More

METAL DEVASTATION PR ARTISTS TAKE OVER THE LATEST ISSUE OF METALIZED MAGAZINE Five Finger Death Punch Lands the Cover as Multiple Metal Devastation PR Artists Receive Reviews and Feature Coverage in the Latest Issue The latest issue of Denmark's long-running Metalized Magazine has arrived, featuring Five Finger Death Punch on the cover and a substantial showing from artists represented through Metal Devastation PR. From symphonic power metal and classic speed metal to industrial doom, thrash, technical death metal, and extreme metal, the issue showcases a wide range of artists working across today's international metal underground. Among the featured Metal Devastation PR artists are Symphony of Destiny, Sönus, Nothing Sacred, Machine Cult Ritual, Iron Wings, Eaten By Sharks, Blood of Angels, Archfiend, Blood Desecration and Doomherre, with several receiving dedicated album reviews while others are featured in in-depth interviews. SYMPHONY OF DESTINY Heroes of Egypt | 7/10 Metalized describes Symphony of Destiny's debut EP as a dramatic and heavy first chapter that combines symphonic layers, power metal energy, and cinematic gestures with Egyptian mythology. The review highlights Anne Dueweke's dramatic vocals and Wesley Eldridge's guitar work, specifically praising tracks including "Exile of Horus," "The Riddle," and "Rampage (Bastet)." Metalized calls the release "promising, dramatic, and heavy", noting that the Virginia band "dares to dream in CinemaScope and play with pharaonic weight." Heroes of Egypt by Symphony of Destiny SÖNUS Planes of Torment | 7/10 California trio Sönus receives recognition for their blend of classic rock, psychedelic textures, progressive elements, and metal, with Metalized noting the spirit of rock's golden age throughout the seven-track release. The album was recorded live in the studio in an effort to preserve its raw energy, and the review describes the result as "charming" and "a nostalgic breath from a bygone era." Planes of Torment by SÖNUS NOTHING SACRED 4 Tracks | 8/10 Australian speed metal pioneers Nothing Sacred receive one of the issue's strongest review scores, with an 8/10 for the four tracks released from their upcoming EP. Metalized emphasizes that the band, formed in 1983, sounds "hungrier than many bands with a fraction of their seniority" and makes clear that Nothing Sacred is not simply relying on its history. "Break" and "Burning From Above" are praised for their classic speed metal, strong riffs, and catchy choruses, while "Your Time Will Come" is singled out as a highlight with a chorus that "sticks after just a few listens." The review also praises the band's ability to avoid chasing modern trends while continuing to write relevant metal, describing the production as heavy and well-balanced without losing raw energy. MACHINE CULT RITUAL Occult Mechanics | 9/10 John R. Mirland's Machine Cult Ritual receives the highest score among the featured reviews with an impressive 9/10. Metalized describes Mirland as a longstanding figure in Denmark's industrial underground, with decades of work spanning dark ambient, experimental electronica, and industrial noise. With Occult Mechanics, those influences are channeled into a combination of industrial, death doom, and folk horror, creating a narrative centered around civilizational decay, cosmic horror, and the cold rituals of machines. The review highlights mechanical drums, suffocating riffs, and corrosive synth pads, describing the resulting atmosphere as something closer to "a dystopian ceremony than a traditional record." Occult Mechanics by Machine Cult Ritual IRON WINGS Alpha & Omega | 7/10 Latvian thrash/heavy metal band Iron Wings earns a 7/10 for Alpha & Omega, their third full-length album. While the review is critical of some of the album's weaker moments, Metalized recognizes the band's strongest material and describes the record as a "nice cross between thrash and heavy metal." The review specifically highlights the opener's unexpected impact, several tracks on the second half of the record, and closer "Cyanide," while calling Alpha & Omega the band's third and clearly best record. Iron Wings also receive a full interview in the issue, discussing their history, their transition from Latvian to English lyrics, the evolution of their sound, the inspiration behind "Halo from Hell," their songwriting, and plans to tour in support of Alpha & Omega. Alpha & Omega by Iron Wings EATEN BY SHARKS The Undertow of Hate | 6/10 Canadian death metal outfit Eaten By Sharks is featured with a review of their second full-length, The Undertow of Hate out now via CDN Records. Metalized describes the record as brutal technical death metal, highlighting the band's ocean-themed approach, extensive use of samples, and vocalist Matt Sheriff's ability to move between deep guttural roars and high-pitched screams. The review also notes the album's spotless production and the band's clear technical ability. The Undertow Of Hate by Eaten By Sharks BLOOD OF ANGELS Les Angst Ov Thanatous | 7/10 Tampa, Florida's Blood of Angels earns a 7/10 for Les Angst Ov Thanatous, with Metalized describing the band's music as a high-octane combination of death, black, thrash, and power metal. The nine-track album explores themes surrounding grief, violence, rituals, remembrance, and reflection. Blood of Angels also receive an extensive interview with guitarist and founder Aaron Robinson, covering the band's origins, international touring, the evolution of their songwriting, the themes behind the new album, Nordic mythology and family roots, and the band's commitment to the live experience. Robinson also discusses the band's goal of continuing to tour the UK, USA, Mexico, and Europe while helping connect generations of metal musicians. ARCHFIEND Lost Forever | 8/10 Midwest metal band Archfiend receives an 8/10 for Lost Forever, a concept album following the harrowing story of 14-year-old Jenna Lee, from an abusive home situation through human trafficking and its consequences. Metalized praises the album's strong and unsettling narrative, as well as the additional visual dimension provided through animation on the band's YouTube channel. The review calls the story "well thought out and executed" and praises the band's old-fashioned approach to music and art. Lost Forever by Archfiend UP DOOMHERRE "When the Doom Bullfinch Chirps" Swedish doom trio Doomherre receives a dedicated feature exploring the band's origins, influences, latest album Plaguelords, and plans for their next record. The feature highlights the band's classic doom foundation, with references to Black Sabbath and Candlemass, while bassist Max Collin discusses how the project began as a way to combat isolation during the pandemic before growing into something considerably more ambitious. Doomherre has already begun writing its third album, with Collin revealing that years of accumulated musical ideas have given the band an unusually large amount of material to work with. The feature also covers their Four Altars of Sin EP collaboration with Kaiser, Hexjakt, and Ordos, as well as the long musical history shared by members of the trio. Plaguelords by Doomherre BLOOD DESECRATION Demonvangelist | 7/10 Rochester, New York black/death metal band Blood Desecration receives a 7/10 for Demonvangelist, a six-track EP described by Metalized as an intensely dark and aggressive release. The review highlights the band's fire, screams, shouts, and growls, describing the music as "damn evil" and emphasizing its extreme black/death metal character. Metalized's reviewer particularly leans into the band's uncompromising darkness, ultimately describing Blood Desecration as "more black than black and more dead than death itself." Demonvangelist by Blood Desecration ANOTHER STRONG SHOWING FOR METAL DEVASTATION PR The latest Metalized issue represents another significant round of exposure for the artists working with Metal Devastation PR, spanning multiple countries, generations, and corners of the metal spectrum. With album reviews, interviews, and dedicated feature coverage appearing throughout an issue carrying Five Finger Death Punch on its cover, the issue provides another example of the international media opportunities available to independent metal artists through Metal Devastation PR. Metal Devastation PR continues to connect independent and underground metal artists with legitimate media, radio, magazines, and promotional opportunities around the world. Major Metal Media. Real Coverage. Worldwide Exposure. For information about Metal Devastation PR campaigns, contact: Zach MoonshineMetal Devastation PRzach@metaldevastationradio.com Grab a copy here before they sell out: https://www.metalized.dk/ Less

VENOM INC. guitarist Curran Murphy has sparked a discussion among his social media followers after sharing a lengthy and outspoken post addressing his experiences with the United States and his views on American society. Murphy's comments center... More

VENOM INC. guitarist Curran Murphy has sparked a discussion among his social media followers after sharing a lengthy and outspoken post addressing his experiences with the United States and his views on American society. Murphy's comments center around what he describes as the difference between the way America is presented to its citizens and what he believes people encounter when they travel outside the country. "The weirdest thing about leaving America is realizing how much of America is just a sales pitch," Murphy wrote. He went on to compare aspects of life in the United States with what he says he has encountered overseas, pointing specifically to public transportation, healthcare, worker vacation time, pedestrian-friendly cities and other social infrastructure. "You spend your whole life hearing 'greatest country on Earth,' then you go overseas and see clean trains, safer streets, affordable medicine, cities where people can walk without playing Frogger with an SUV, and workers who take vacations without acting like they committed treason," he wrote. Murphy then turned his attention toward issues he believes Americans have become accustomed to tolerating, including infrastructure, healthcare costs, gun violence, homelessness and political polarization. "And somehow we're all supposed to stand there, hand over heart, and pretend this is normal," he wrote. Despite the criticism, Murphy made a point of distinguishing his frustration with the country's problems from hatred of America itself. "I don't hate America. I hate what America has been taught to tolerate," he stated. Murphy also challenged the idea that policies such as universal healthcare, paid leave, environmental protections and increased protections for children should be considered inherently radical. "Healthcare? Radical. Paid leave? Radical. Clean air? Radical. Kids not getting shot in math class? Somehow political," he wrote. The guitarist also took aim at what he described as performative patriotism, arguing that symbols of national pride cannot substitute for addressing problems affecting ordinary Americans. "A flag doesn't pay rent. A bald eagle doesn't cover insulin. Fireworks don't fix bridges. And chanting 'USA' doesn't make a broken system less broken," Murphy wrote. Murphy concluded by arguing that criticism of the United States does not necessarily represent a rejection of the country itself, but can instead come from a desire to see conditions improve. "America has incredible people. That's the tragedy. The people are better than the system they've been forced to defend," he wrote. He finished the post with a statement that summarizes the central argument behind his comments: "Real patriotism isn't pretending the country is perfect. Real patriotism is being angry that it isn't." Murphy's post has generated discussion among followers, with reactions ranging from agreement with his criticisms to disagreement over his characterization of American society and the country's political system. Regardless of where one stands on the issues Murphy raises, his message is unmistakably direct: he believes loving a country and criticizing its problems are not mutually exclusive. The post comes from Murphy's personal social media account and represents his own views. Less