FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Visions of Morpheus Announce Progressive Metal Concept Album Dreaming In Binary Featuring Guest Vocalist Nils K. Rue of Pagan's Mind and Lex LegionFirst Single "I Will Arise" Arrives August 14th, 2026 via Indie Tunz... More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Visions of Morpheus Announce Progressive Metal Concept Album Dreaming In Binary Featuring Guest Vocalist Nils K. Rue of Pagan's Mind and Lex LegionFirst Single "I Will Arise" Arrives August 14th, 2026 via Indie Tunz Records https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/visionsofmorpheus/i-will-arise-feat-nils-rue Oshawa, ON — Progressive metal project Visions of Morpheus have announced their upcoming full-length concept album, Dreaming In Binary, an ambitious and immersive journey exploring the intersection of artificial intelligence, technology, and the future of humanity. Blending cinematic atmosphere with modern heavy production, intricate musicianship, and soaring melodic intensity, Dreaming In Binary presents a powerful exploration of a world caught between innovation and consequence. The album navigates themes of technological advancement, human identity, uncertainty, and the search for hope in an increasingly digital age. Musically, Visions of Morpheus deliver a dynamic fusion of crushing low-end riffs, expansive layered textures, and unforgettable melodic hooks. The album balances aggression and emotion, combining the precision of modern progressive metal with the sweeping scope and storytelling power of a cinematic experience. A major highlight of the record comes with the first single, "I Will Arise," featuring guest vocalist Nils K. Rue, best known as the voice of Norwegian progressive metal powerhouse Pagan's Mind, along with Lex Legion. Rue delivers a commanding vocal performance that elevates the track's dramatic intensity, making it a defining moment on the album. "I Will Arise" will be released on August 14th, 2026 via Indie Tunz Records. Over the coming weeks, Visions of Morpheus will continue unveiling new singles from Dreaming In Binary, revealing the album's evolving narrative and sonic landscape piece by piece. Each release offers another glimpse into the project's most ambitious and fully realized work to date. With Dreaming In Binary, Visions of Morpheus push the boundaries of progressive metal while confronting one of the most important questions of the modern era: as technology continues to evolve, where does humanity end and its own creations begin? Follow Visions of Morpheus: https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/visionsofmorpheus/i-will-arise-feat-nils-ruehttps://visionsofmorpheus.com/https://www.facebook.com/visionsofmorpheushttps://www.instagram.com/visionsofmorpheus/ Less

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SOOTHSAYER Unleash New Album Chapter IV and Official “Catfish” Visualizer via CDN Records Quebec City Thrash Veterans Celebrate Their 40-Year Legacy With a New Full-Length Album and New Video Listen to Chapter IV +... More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SOOTHSAYER Unleash New Album Chapter IV and Official “Catfish” Visualizer via CDN Records Quebec City Thrash Veterans Celebrate Their 40-Year Legacy With a New Full-Length Album and New Video Listen to Chapter IV + Official Artist Page: https://cdnrecords.com/label-artists/soothsayer/Purchase Chapter IV on Vinyl: https://cdnrecords.com/shop/soothsayer-chapter-iv/ Quebec City old-school thrash veterans SOOTHSAYER have officially unleashed their new full-length album, Chapter IV, via CDN Records. To celebrate the album's arrival, the band have also released a brand-new official visualizer for “Catfish,” giving fans another vicious taste of the record's relentless old-school attack. Watch “Catfish” now. With Chapter IV officially out, SOOTHSAYER continue a 40-year tradition of delivering raw, aggressive, uncompromising Canadian thrash metal. There is no attempt to chase trends, soften the edges, or dress up the band's sound for modern expectations. Chapter IV is SOOTHSAYER doing what they have always done best: playing fast, furious, pissed-off thrash with attitude to spare. “Catfish” follows the previously released single “Kick Throat,” another savage preview of the album that showcased the band's razor-sharp riffs, breakneck pacing, and venomous vocal attack. Together, the tracks set the tone for Chapter IV, an album that sounds like it came straight out of the underground but carries the experience of musicians who have spent decades refining their craft. Formed in 1985, SOOTHSAYER carved their name into the foundations of the Canadian thrash underground during the genre's most explosive era. Their infamous 1986 demo To Be a Real Terrorist spread rapidly through tape-trading networks, establishing the band as one of Canada's most aggressive and uncompromising underground acts. Songs such as “Death Radiation,” “Troops of Hate,” and “Kill Oppression” helped define SOOTHSAYER's signature combination of Bay Area-inspired thrash velocity, crossover aggression, and punk-fueled hostility. Their classic-era release Have a Good Time and subsequent underground catalog further cemented their reputation. After stepping away from the scene, the original lineup, including members from the earliest demo era, reunited in 2007, reigniting the band's attack and continuing the legacy they had started decades earlier. Now, in 2026, SOOTHSAYER have reached another chapter with the release of Chapter IV. And make no mistake, this isn't some nostalgia trip. This is a veteran thrash band still swinging hard. With Chapter IV now available and the new “Catfish” official visualizer out now, SOOTHSAYER are proving that four decades of experience haven't dulled the blade. If anything, they've sharpened it. WATCH “CATFISH” NOW SOOTHSAYER - “Catfish” (Official Visualizer - CDN Records) [jrEmbed module="jrYouTube" youtube_id="Q9eVCWdjBqE"] https://cdnrecords.com/label-artists/soothsayer/ CHAPTER IV IS OUT NOW Listen to Chapter IV and explore the complete SOOTHSAYER catalog through CDN Records: https://cdnrecords.com/label-artists/soothsayer/ Physical vinyl copies are also available: https://cdnrecords.com/shop/soothsayer-chapter-iv/ SOOTHSAYER - Chapter IV. Out now via CDN Records. Four decades in, the mission hasn't changed. No trends. No compromise. No surrender. Just pure Canadian thrash.  Connect: https://cdnrecords.com/label-artists/soothsayer/https://www.facebook.com/troopsofhate Contact: troopsofhate@gmail.com Less

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE BAY AREA DEATH METAL ALL-STARS DETH PROVIDER RE-LAUNCH SELF-TITLED DEBUT ALBUM DIGITALLY VIA HECTIC RECORDS / BLEEDING PRIEST RECORDS Featuring Members of Death Angel, Exhumed, Necrot, Ripped to Shreds, Insanity, Molten... More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE BAY AREA DEATH METAL ALL-STARS DETH PROVIDER RE-LAUNCH SELF-TITLED DEBUT ALBUM DIGITALLY VIA HECTIC RECORDS / BLEEDING PRIEST RECORDS Featuring Members of Death Angel, Exhumed, Necrot, Ripped to Shreds, Insanity, Molten & Deathgrave For Fans Of: Entombed, Obituary, Old School Death Metal The Bay Area has long been a breeding ground for some of the most influential and uncompromising metal on the planet. Now, a new death metal force forged from that legendary scene is bringing together a devastating collection of musicians with Deth Provider, the self-titled debut album from a true Bay Area death metal collective. Originally released on vinyl June 19, 2026 through Hectic Records / Bleeding Priest Records, Deth Provider is now being re-launched digitally, giving metal fans worldwide the chance to experience this crushing collaboration of old school death metal brutality, groove, and atmosphere. Born from the riffs of rhythm guitarist and songwriter Kenneth Dutton, Deth Provider began in 2024 when a collection of raw, phone-recorded ideas evolved into something much bigger. Dutton recruited Herman Bandala and Chris Corona of Molten to help bring the songs to life, but the search for the right drummer led to a legendary addition: Will Carroll of Death Angel. What started as three songs quickly expanded into a nine-track death metal assault, with Carroll’s powerful double bass work providing the foundation needed to unleash Dutton’s crushing riffs. From there, Deth Provider evolved into a Bay Area death metal supergroup featuring an impressive roster of scene veterans and rising forces. The band invited some of the region’s most respected musicians to contribute vocals, guitars, and solos, creating a unique collaboration that celebrates the history and future of Bay Area extreme metal. The album features contributions from: Will Carroll (Death Angel) – DrumsHerman Bandala (Molten) – BassChris Corona (Molten) – Guitar Solos, Production, Recording, Cover ArtKenneth Dutton – Rhythm Guitar, SongwritingBrandon Bristol (Molten) – VocalsDave Gorsuch (Insanity) – Vocals, Guitar SolosMatt Harvey (Exhumed) – Vocals, Guitar SolosAndre Cornejo (Deathgrave) – VocalsAndrew Lee (Ripped to Shreds) – Guitar SolosSonny Reinhardt (Necrot) – Guitar Solos Rather than functioning as a traditional band lineup, Deth Provider embraced the idea of a Bay Area death metal gathering, splitting the album’s nine tracks among the various contributors and allowing each musician to bring their own signature sound to the project. The result is a filthy, riff-driven death metal record rooted in the traditions of the genre while showcasing the personalities of some of the Bay Area’s most respected extreme metal musicians. The name Deth Provider itself comes from an unlikely source. During an appearance on Zetro’s Toxic Vault, Forbidden bassist Matt Camacho discussed his former occupation as a caretaker and referred to himself as a “death provider.” Host Steve “Zetro” Sousa suggested it would make a great band name, and Kenneth Dutton knew he had found the perfect title. Recorded and mixed by Chris Corona at Secret Studios in San Francisco, CA, and mastered by Justin Weis at S.S.F., the self-titled debut features artwork created by Chris Corona, with insert design by Dave Gorsuch and jacket and label designs by Hectic Records. Deth Provider Available now digitally and on 12” vinyl LP via Hectic Records / Bleeding Priest Records Production Credits: Produced by Chris Corona & Kenneth DuttonRecorded and Mixed by Chris Corona at Secret Studios, San Francisco, CAMastered by Justin Weis, S.S.F.Front & Back Cover Art by Chris CoronaInsert Design by Dave Gorsuch Special Thanks: Death Angel, Insanity, Molten, Deathgrave, Exhumed, Ripped to Shreds & Necrot For more information, music, and updates: Deth ProviderBandcamp: DethProvider.bandcamp.com Deth Provider by Deth Provider Hectic Records / Bleeding Priest Records FFO: Entombed, Obituary, Autopsy, Grave, Asphyx, and the classic Bay Area death metal underground Connect:  https://dethprovider.bandcamp.com/album/deth-providerhttps://www.hectic.com/https://www.sanfran666co.com/post/deth-provider-upcoming-release-spotlight Less

I had an interview with Dayal Patterson owner of Cult Never Dies publishing company at Raven Records for Dark Clouds Over Camden 2026

I had an interview with Dayal Patterson owner of Cult Never Dies publishing company at Raven Records for Dark Clouds Over Camden 2026 Less

W.A.S.P.’s Blackie Lawless Reflects on Split With Chris Holmes: “It Really Was Musical Differences” More than three decades after Chris Holmes' original departure from W.A.S.P., frontman Blackie Lawless has once again addressed the longtime... More

W.A.S.P.’s Blackie Lawless Reflects on Split With Chris Holmes: “It Really Was Musical Differences” More than three decades after Chris Holmes' original departure from W.A.S.P., frontman Blackie Lawless has once again addressed the longtime guitarist's exit, the creative differences that drove the band in a new direction, and whether fans could ever see the two musicians share a stage again. In a new interview with Scott Penfold of Loaded Radio, Lawless was asked whether he wishes things had turned out differently with Holmes, one of the key musicians associated with W.A.S.P.'s classic early lineup. According to Lawless, the split ultimately came down to the direction in which he wanted to take the band's music. “Chris is a great performer,” Lawless said. “But he wasn't able to do musically the things that I wanted to do later on.” Lawless explained that after completing 1989's The Headless Children, he felt he had taken the band's original musical approach as far as it could go. He pointed specifically to the ambitious direction of 1992's The Crimson Idol as an example of where his songwriting and musical vision were heading. For Lawless, the phrase “musical differences” wasn't simply a convenient explanation for a band breakup. “It really was that,” he said. Blackie Lawless Says W.A.S.P. Changed After the Early Years Lawless also pushed back against the idea that tension between himself and Holmes was responsible for the magic of W.A.S.P.'s early records. According to the singer, the chemistry originally came from the entire lineup, not just his relationship with Holmes. Lawless specifically remembered the impact of losing original drummer Tony Richards, saying the band was “seriously damaged” by his departure. He explained that W.A.S.P. attempted to move forward on its second and third albums, but eventually recognized that the original formula was no longer working. After The Headless Children, Lawless said, the band deliberately moved in another direction. One of the most visible signs of that transformation was the disappearance of band members from W.A.S.P. album covers. From that point forward, Lawless said, the group stopped presenting itself visually as the same band that had started out in the early 1980s. “The Music Is the Most Important Thing” Asked whether he has regrets about the band's early years, Lawless acknowledged that a career spanning more than 40 years naturally comes with some. However, he said his ultimate measure of those decisions is whether the music worked. The W.A.S.P. frontman invoked Frank Sinatra's classic “My Way” when discussing the subject, saying that the important question is whether there was ultimately more good than bad. For Lawless, the music remains the deciding factor. “The music is the most important thing,” he said, explaining that ultimately it determines whether a band “lives or dies.” That philosophy appears to remain central to his approach to W.A.S.P. decades after the band's formation. Could Blackie Lawless and Chris Holmes Ever Reunite? For fans who have spent years hoping for a reunion of W.A.S.P.'s original lineup, Lawless' latest comments don't offer much encouragement. Asked about the possibility of sharing the stage with Holmes again, Lawless said he would have to turn his back on the musicians who currently make up his band. He rejected that possibility. “I've been with these guys for over 30 years, and this is the band that I know,” Lawless explained. “And I just couldn't do that.” Lawless has repeatedly defended W.A.S.P.'s current lineup and dismissed the idea that reuniting the original musicians would necessarily represent a step forward. In a previous interview, he praised current members Mike Duda, Doug Blair and Aquiles Priester, describing them as world-class musicians. For Lawless, the issue isn't simply nostalgia. He believes the musical demands of W.A.S.P.'s later material require musicians capable of performing that material consistently at a high level. Chris Holmes Has a Very Different View Holmes, meanwhile, has been equally clear that he has no interest in returning to W.A.S.P. under the current circumstances. In a May 2026 interview with Thomas S. Orwat, Jr. of the Rock Interview Series, Holmes was asked whether he would consider rejoining the band if Lawless invited him back. His answer was immediate: no. Holmes cited longstanding disputes concerning publishing royalties as the primary reason he would not return. The guitarist has repeatedly alleged that he did not receive publishing income he believes he was owed from his work with W.A.S.P. Those allegations are Holmes' account of the dispute and have been a recurring subject in interviews throughout the years. Holmes also recalled being paid substantially less than drummer Frankie Banali during one period of W.A.S.P.'s touring career and said he confronted Lawless about the difference. According to Holmes, he was told that publishing income would make up the difference. Holmes has said he later discovered that he had been listed as a session player in documentation relating to the band's recordings, which he says contributed to his longstanding anger over the situation. Holmes Says He Would Need His Publishing Dispute Resolved Holmes has been consistent on one point: if a W.A.S.P. reunion were ever to happen, he would want the publishing dispute addressed first. The guitarist has made similar comments in interviews dating back several years. In 2020, Holmes told Canada's The Metal Voice that he had never received what he believed he was owed in royalties or songwriting income from W.A.S.P. material. He said that after investigating the matter with legal assistance in the mid-2000s, he discovered that he had been listed as a session player on the records. Holmes has characterized the situation as a betrayal by someone he once considered a close friend. He has also said that he would never get over what he believes happened to him financially and professionally during his years with W.A.S.P. Holmes' Role in the Classic W.A.S.P. Sound Regardless of the dispute surrounding the band's business history, Holmes remains an important part of W.A.S.P.'s early identity. He joined the band in 1982, alongside Lawless, guitarist Randy Piper and drummer Tony Richards. Holmes remained with W.A.S.P. through 1990 before eventually returning to the band during the mid-1990s. His second stint lasted until 2001. He has not performed with W.A.S.P. since. Although Holmes received songwriting credit on only a limited number of tracks across the band's early albums, he has long maintained that his guitar playing and creative input were fundamental to the band's sound. In a 2021 appearance on SiriusXM's Trunk Nation With Eddie Trunk, Holmes argued that W.A.S.P. was genuinely a group on its debut album but became increasingly centered around Lawless afterward. Holmes also recalled Lawless telling him when they first met that the band would not work without him. That history helps explain why the possibility of an original-lineup reunion continues to generate discussion among W.A.S.P. fans. The Mean Man Documentary Added Another Layer The complicated relationship between Lawless and Holmes was also explored through the documentary Mean Man: The Story Of Chris Holmes. Released on Blu-ray, DVD and VOD in 2021, the film was created by French filmmakers Antoine De Montremy and Laurent Hart. The documentary chronicles Holmes' life and career, including his time with W.A.S.P. and his later life in France. Lawless has made it clear that he has no interest in watching the documentary. In a 2024 interview, he questioned the accuracy of Holmes' account and said that someone's personal version of events does not necessarily make it factual. Lawless also said he did not recall being invited to participate and would not have agreed to take part had he been asked. Holmes, for his part, previously said that De Montremy had approached Lawless about participating. Holmes Has Also Spoken About W.A.S.P.'s Musical Direction The disagreement between the two musicians isn't limited to business matters. Holmes has also criticized the direction W.A.S.P. took after his departure, particularly the band's use of sampling during the Kill.Fuck.Die. era. He has said that performing with extensive sampling made the experience feel less authentic to him because he wanted W.A.S.P.'s live performances to be completely live. Lawless, meanwhile, has argued that the band's musical evolution required increasingly accomplished musicians. He specifically pointed to The Headless Children and The Crimson Idol as turning points. According to Lawless, the musicians involved in those records possessed a level of technical ability and creativity that he felt was necessary to execute his increasingly ambitious material. No Original W.A.S.P. Reunion on the Horizon For fans hoping to see Blackie Lawless, Chris Holmes, Randy Piper and Tony Richards reunite for a performance, the latest comments from both sides suggest that dream remains extremely unlikely. Lawless has consistently argued that returning to the original lineup would represent a step backward creatively. Holmes has consistently maintained that he would only consider returning if his publishing concerns were resolved. And with decades having passed since the original lineup was together, the personal history between Lawless and Holmes appears to remain every bit as complicated as ever. For Lawless, W.A.S.P. is about continuing to move forward with the musicians he has worked alongside for decades. For Holmes, the unresolved publishing dispute remains a line he says he will not cross. The two men may disagree strongly about what happened, but there is one thing they have both made clear: a W.A.S.P. reunion featuring Chris Holmes isn't something fans should expect anytime soon. For a band whose early records helped define the darker, theatrical side of 1980s heavy metal, the history remains fascinating. The first W.A.S.P. lineup may be frozen in time on those classic album covers, but the story behind the band continues to generate controversy more than 40 years later. 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ANTHRAX Unleash “Everybody’s Got A Plan” Music Video Ahead of New Album Cursum Perficio New York thrash metal legends ANTHRAX have unleashed the official music video for “Everybody’s Got A Plan,” the third single from their highly anticipated new... More

ANTHRAX Unleash “Everybody’s Got A Plan” Music Video Ahead of New Album Cursum Perficio New York thrash metal legends ANTHRAX have unleashed the official music video for “Everybody’s Got A Plan,” the third single from their highly anticipated new album Cursum Perficio. The record arrives September 18, 2026, marking the band’s first studio album in a decade. The new video, which premiered through Revolver, offers fans a behind-the-scenes look at ANTHRAX on the road, combining live performance footage with candid moments from the band's touring life. A major portion of the video was filmed during ANTHRAX's recent performance at Estádio do Sport Lisboa e Benfica in Lisbon, Portugal, where the band shared the stage with IRON MAIDEN. Bassist Frank Bello described the video as “a great representation of a day in the life of ANTHRAX on tour,” giving fans a glimpse at both sides of the band's existence, from the chaos and energy of the stage to the downtime and camaraderie that happen away from the spotlight. “Everybody’s Got A Plan” follows the release of the album's first two singles, “It’s For The Kids”, released in May, and “The Edge Of Perfection”, which arrived in July. ANTHRAX Says “Everybody’s Got A Plan” Is a Fan Favorite Drummer Charlie Benante revealed that “Everybody’s Got A Plan” has long been one of his favorite songs from Cursum Perficio. “‘Everybody’s Got A Plan’ has always been one of my favorite songs on ‘Cursum Perficio’,” Benante said. “The video basically shows the band on and off stage in a montage of video clips that kinda matches the velocity of the song.” The track's title comes from the memorable line: “Everybody’s got a plan until they get punched in the face.” Benante called the line particularly fitting, adding that it rings true in everyday life. Guitarist Scott Ian said the band's goal was simple: capture ANTHRAX having a good time on the road. “We wanted to capture us having fun on tour and what better way to do that?” Ian explained. “That was a plan that didn't end up with a punch in the face! Have fun watching, my friends!” The result is a video that captures ANTHRAX in their natural environment: loud, fast, energetic and clearly having one hell of a time. Watch ANTHRAX Take Over the Road The “Everybody’s Got A Plan” video arrives at a particularly exciting time for ANTHRAX. After spending years touring in support of their previous album, For All Kings, the band is finally preparing to unleash its long-awaited follow-up. Cursum Perficio will be released on September 18, 2026, through Megaforce Records in the United States and Nuclear Blast in Europe. The album represents ANTHRAX's first new studio record since 2016's For All Kings, which debuted inside the Top 10 of the Billboard 200. The Latin phrase “Cursum Perficio” can be translated as “My journey has come to an end,” “My journey is over,” or “I complete my journey.” For a band that has spent more than four decades helping define American thrash metal, the title carries some serious weight. But judging from the three songs released so far, ANTHRAX certainly aren't sounding like a band preparing to slow down. A Decade in the Making ANTHRAX began working in earnest on Cursum Perficio in 2022, recording at Dave Grohl's Studio 606 in Los Angeles. Produced by Jay Ruston and ANTHRAX, the album reportedly finds the band digging deep into its history while refusing to simply recreate the past. The result is being described as angry, aggressive and alive, combining the elements that made ANTHRAX one of thrash metal's defining acts while continuing to expand the band's signature sound. That approach is already evident in the three singles. “It’s For The Kids” delivers the classic ANTHRAX attack with razor-sharp riffs, explosive drums and a huge, instantly memorable chorus. “The Edge Of Perfection” takes a darker and more atmospheric approach, beginning with clean guitar textures and restrained percussion before erupting into a much heavier assault. Then comes “Everybody’s Got A Plan,” which brings another shot of straight-ahead ANTHRAX energy. Taken together, the singles suggest that Cursum Perficio could be one of the band's most ambitious releases in years. ANTHRAX Announce Special Louisville Release Event ANTHRAX will celebrate the release of Cursum Perficio with a special late-night in-store signing at Guestroom Records in Louisville, Kentucky. The event will take place immediately following ANTHRAX's September 17 appearance at Louisville's annual Louder Than Life festival. Beginning at 12:01 a.m. on September 18, Scott Ian, Charlie Benante, Frank Bello, Joey Belladonna and Jonathan Donais will meet fans and sign copies of the new album. Space is limited, and fans who want to attend must pre-order the album directly through Guestroom Records. Only albums purchased through the designated pre-order will qualify for the signing. For longtime ANTHRAX fans, it's a pretty killer way to ring in release day. Cursum Perficio Track Listing The new ANTHRAX album will feature 11 tracks: Persistence Of Memory The Long Goodbye It’s For The Kids Everybody’s Got A Plan The Edge Of Perfection Infectious NYC93 Cursum Perficio T.O.M.B. Watch It Go My Victory ANTHRAX Offers Plenty of Physical Editions As expected from a major metal release, Cursum Perficio will be available in a wide variety of physical formats. Fans will be able to find the album on standard CD, a Target-exclusive CD featuring a fabric album-cover patch, and multiple double-LP editions. Vinyl variants include standard black vinyl, red zoetrope, purple zoetrope, lilac, white, red ripple, and a multicolor red/orange/yellow pressing. Several editions will be exclusive to specific retailers and partners, including Target, Amazon, Metal Injection, Talk Shop Live and independent record stores. For collectors, this one could get dangerous for the wallet. You know how this game works. ANTHRAX's Legacy Continues Since forming in New York in the early 1980s, ANTHRAX have stood alongside Metallica, Slayer and Megadeth as one of the bands responsible for defining the American thrash metal movement. With Scott Ian, Charlie Benante, Frank Bello, Joey Belladonna and Jonathan Donais currently carrying the banner, the band continues to deliver its trademark combination of blistering riffs, infectious hooks and unrelenting live energy. Now, after a ten-year wait between studio albums, Cursum Perficio is finally almost here. With three singles already released and a new music video showcasing the band's explosive life on the road, ANTHRAX are making it clear that the journey isn't ending anytime soon. If anything, “Cursum Perficio” sounds less like the end of the road and more like another chapter in the ongoing ANTHRAX assault. ANTHRAX's Cursum Perficio arrives September 18, 2026, via Megaforce in the U.S. and Nuclear Blast in Europe. 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Bruce Dickinson Says His New Solo Album Will Be “Heavy As Shit” and Arrives in 2027 Iron Maiden frontman Bruce Dickinson has confirmed that his upcoming eighth solo album is shaping up to be a seriously heavy affair, with the singer describing... More

Bruce Dickinson Says His New Solo Album Will Be “Heavy As Shit” and Arrives in 2027 Iron Maiden frontman Bruce Dickinson has confirmed that his upcoming eighth solo album is shaping up to be a seriously heavy affair, with the singer describing the new record in no uncertain terms: “The album is heavy as shit.” The long-awaited follow-up to 2024’s The Mandrake Project is currently expected to arrive in early 2027 through BMG, and Dickinson has revealed that the new album will take a different direction from his most recent solo effort. Speaking with VSX at last month’s San Diego Comic-Con, Dickinson discussed the evolution of The Mandrake Project, his approach to songwriting, and what fans can expect from his next solo release. According to Dickinson, the concept behind The Mandrake Project began nearly two decades ago. What started as an idea for a single comic book intended to accompany a solo album eventually expanded into an ambitious multimedia project featuring a 12-issue adult comic book series published by Z2 Comics. The music and comics share conceptual elements involving science, the occult, and the human soul, but Dickinson now believes The Mandrake Project has developed a life of its own within the world of comics. “I've got a new record coming out next year, new solo album. It's kind of standalone. There's one song that has a bit of something to do with ‘Mandrake.’ Now, the album is heavy as shit.” Dickinson also made it clear that he does not want to force the new album into the Mandrake universe simply for the sake of maintaining a connection. “I'm not digging into ‘Mandrake.’ I think ‘Mandrake’ has a life now on a comic book level.” That separation could make the upcoming album particularly interesting for longtime fans of Dickinson's solo career. Rather than revisiting familiar territory, the Iron Maiden singer says he wants to continue pushing his songwriting in different directions. Bruce Dickinson Wants to Avoid Repeating Himself When asked whether he thinks about his previous solo albums when writing new material, Dickinson explained that he tries not to simply recreate what he has already done. For Dickinson, experimentation does not necessarily mean abandoning his musical identity. Instead, it means finding new ways to present familiar elements. “Music is something which you try not to stick too much of a format,” Dickinson explained, while acknowledging that he remains firmly within his own musical style. The approach has been a consistent part of Dickinson's solo career. From Tattooed Millionaire and Balls To Picasso through Accident of Birth, The Chemical Wedding, Tyranny Of Souls, and The Mandrake Project, his solo work has allowed him to explore territory that sometimes differs considerably from Iron Maiden. This new album appears poised to continue that tradition, but Dickinson's description of the record suggests fans may be in for one of his heaviest solo outings yet. New Bruce Dickinson Album Was Recorded at Studio 606 Much of Dickinson's upcoming eighth solo album was recorded during January and February 2026 at Studio 606 in Northridge, California, the legendary recording facility associated with Dave Grohl and the Foo Fighters. Producer Brendan Duffey is handling the production, mixing, and mastering work. Duffey previously worked on the expanded and reworked version of Dickinson's 1994 solo album Balls To Picasso, released in 2025 under the title More Balls To Picasso. The new album is currently being mixed at Duffey's high-end Brendan Duffey Audio studio in Jupiter, Florida. Dickinson has also revealed that the recording sessions were completed using his touring band, featuring: Mistheria – keyboards Dave Moreno – drums Tanya O'Callaghan – bass Chris Declercq – guitar Philip Näslund – guitar The album will also feature a guest appearance from Andreas Kisser, legendary guitarist of Brazilian metal giants Sepultura, who revealed earlier this year that he contributed percussion to the record. Bruce Dickinson and His Son Austin Collaborate Another intriguing element of the upcoming Bruce Dickinson solo album is a collaboration with his son Austin Dickinson. Austin is a musician best known for his work as the former frontman of British metal bands Rise To Remain and As Lions. Bruce recently confirmed that Austin will appear on the new record. Dickinson has also indicated that fans will not have to wait until the album's 2027 release to hear it. The singer said that some tracks are expected to surface during 2026 and revealed plans to shoot four or five videos for the project. With the album now moving through the mixing stage, the first official taste of the new material could be coming sooner rather than later. 16 Songs Recorded in Just Three Weeks Dickinson previously revealed that he recorded 16 songs for the new solo album during an intense three-week period earlier this year. In an interview with Rolling Stone, he emphasized that the sessions were performed completely live, describing the approach as the “anti-A.I. generation.” That detail should grab the attention of old-school metal fans. Rather than building an album piece by piece through heavily edited modern production techniques, Dickinson and his band captured the performances together in the studio. The result could give the new record a rawer, more organic feel while still benefiting from modern recording technology. And if Dickinson's “heavy as shit” assessment is anything to go by, there may be plenty of volume involved. From Iron Maiden to a Legendary Solo Career Bruce Dickinson made his recording debut with Iron Maiden on the band's landmark 1982 album The Number Of The Beast, one of the defining records in the history of heavy metal. He left Iron Maiden in 1993 to focus on his solo career, with Blaze Bayley stepping into the vocalist position. Dickinson released several solo albums during his time away from Maiden, including collaborations with former Maiden guitarist Adrian Smith. He eventually returned to Iron Maiden in 1999, with Smith also rejoining the band. Since then, Dickinson has continued to maintain both his Iron Maiden career and his solo work. His most recent solo album, The Mandrake Project, was released in 2024 and spawned an extensive touring campaign. The accompanying multimedia project expanded the album's story into a comic book series, turning what was originally envisioned as a promotional tie-in into a much larger creative universe. Now, Dickinson appears ready to leave that world behind musically and start another chapter. What Can Fans Expect From Bruce Dickinson's New Album? Details surrounding the new album remain limited, including its official title and track listing. However, several important pieces are already in place. The album: Is expected in early 2027 via BMG Will be Dickinson's eighth solo studio album Contains 16 recorded songs Was largely recorded at Studio 606 Features Dickinson's current touring band Includes percussion from Sepultura's Andreas Kisser Features a collaboration with Austin Dickinson Was recorded largely live Is being mixed by Brendan Duffey Is expected to receive its first previews during 2026 Most importantly, Dickinson himself says it is going to be heavy. After decades of creating some of heavy metal's most recognizable music, Bruce Dickinson clearly isn't interested in simply coasting on his legacy. If the new album delivers on his promise, 2027 could bring another major chapter in one of metal's most enduring solo careers. And honestly, when Bruce Dickinson says a record is going to be “heavy as shit,” we're probably going to want to hear that one for ourselves. [jrEmbed module="jrYouTube" youtube_id="zRgF1HovfcU"] Less

Crown Magnetar Unleash New Single and Video “Shut Up and Bleed” Ahead of Brutal New Album The Hollowing of Godflesh Colorado deathcore wrecking crew Crown Magnetar are turning up the violence with their latest single and video, “Shut Up and... More

Crown Magnetar Unleash New Single and Video “Shut Up and Bleed” Ahead of Brutal New Album The Hollowing of Godflesh Colorado deathcore wrecking crew Crown Magnetar are turning up the violence with their latest single and video, “Shut Up and Bleed,” the newest preview of their upcoming third full-length album, The Hollowing of Godflesh. Set for release September 25, 2026 via Unique Leader Records, The Hollowing of Godflesh finds Crown Magnetar pushing their already ferocious brand of deathcore even further into the realms of brutal death metal and technical extremity. Watch the official video for “Shut Up and Bleed” here: [jrEmbed module="jrYouTube" youtube_id="Ub8-Zvi8hiY"] Pre-order The Hollowing of Godflesh and stream the new single here: http://orcd.co/THEHOLLOWINGOFGODFLESH The new track delivers exactly what its title promises: a relentless, groove-heavy assault packed with crushing riffs, savage vocals, technical precision, and the kind of rhythmic punishment that Crown Magnetar have built their reputation on. Vocalist Dan Tucker describes the song in appropriately horrifying terms: “Corruption made permanent. A corrupt entity is condemned within its own form. Its hollow interior filled and hardened until flesh becomes a living tomb. Unable to move, unable to die, it remains conscious and imprisoned in the exact moment of agony. A being with no escape and no reprieve. Shut up and bleed.” Crown Magnetar Sharpen the Blade While Crown Magnetar have never been shy about delivering devastating deathcore, The Hollowing of Godflesh represents an evolution of the band's sound rather than a simple repeat of what came before. According to Tucker, the album is the most complete representation of Crown Magnetar to date. “We pushed every aspect of our songwriting further without losing the intensity and rawness that defines the band.” The goal was to take the elements listeners already expect from Crown Magnetar and push them beyond their previous limits, bringing in greater atmosphere, bigger moments, more aggression, and an even heavier emphasis on riffing. A major part of that evolution comes from guitarist Rob Maramonte, whose arrival marks his recorded debut with Crown Magnetar. Maramonte brings serious technical metal credentials to the equation, having previously spent time as a member of Fallujah and The Zenith Passage, while also performing live with Thy Art Is Murder and All Shall Perish. His influence is immediately apparent in the increasingly technical edge of Crown Magnetar's material. “I've spent time in a lot of great bands, but this is the first time I've felt a gelling of my vision with that of the band,” says Maramonte. “Crown is based on relentless brutality and raw power, and it's an honor they've allowed me to sharpen that into the most deadly version yet.” That's a pretty damn good mission statement for a death metal band. Brutal Death Metal Roots Run Deep Crown Magnetar aren't simply following the modern deathcore blueprint. Their sound reaches further back into the brutal death metal that helped establish the genre's heavier foundations. The influence of bands such as Suffocation, Dying Fetus, Putridity, Brodequin, and Defeated Sanity can be heard throughout The Hollowing of Godflesh, alongside the deathcore attack of The Red Shore, I Declare War, and Thy Art Is Murder. That combination gives Crown Magnetar a particularly nasty balance between technical riffing, crushing grooves, speed, and breakdown-driven brutality. Tucker has pointed increasingly toward brutal death metal as a major part of his listening habits, and the influence is clearly bleeding into the band's songwriting. The result is a record that doesn't abandon Crown Magnetar's deathcore identity. Instead, it makes that identity considerably more dangerous. Previously released tracks “Desecrate Infinite,” “Impaled Genesis,” and “Godkiller” have already offered listeners a glimpse of what's coming. “Desecrate Infinite” became the band's biggest streaming track to date, surpassing even their massive 2025 Punishment EP. Live performances of “Desecrate Infinite” and “Impaled Genesis” also helped the band win over audiences while touring alongside acts including Archspire and Undeath. Now “Shut Up and Bleed” adds another piece to the puzzle. The album once again features producer and bassist Michael Sahm, who has been behind the desk for Crown Magnetar's releases throughout the band's career. From their early releases The Prophet of Disgust and The Codex of Flesh through Alone In Death, Everything Bleeds, and Punishment, Crown Magnetar have steadily pushed their sound toward an increasingly maximalist form of deathcore. That relentless progression has been accompanied by an equally relentless touring schedule. The Road Gets Even More Brutal Crown Magnetar will hit the road this fall for “The Sawed Off Suffering Tour,” a massive co-headlining run with To The Grave. The tour kicks off September 17 in Chicago and runs through October 17 in Denver, with support from Face Yourself and a rotating lineup featuring I Declare War, Ameonna, Tracheotomy, Backbiter, and Squelching. The Sawed Off Suffering Tour September 17, 2026 – Chicago, IL @ SubterraneanSeptember 18 – Detroit, MI @ Catacombs at The SanctuarySeptember 19 – Cleveland, OH @ Mahall'sSeptember 20 – Pittsburgh, PA @ Preserving UndergroundSeptember 22 – Toronto, ON @ Lee's PalaceSeptember 23 – Montreal, QC @ Foufounes ÉlectriquesSeptember 24 – Hartford, CT @ Webster UndergroundSeptember 25 – Brooklyn, NY @ The MeadowsSeptember 26 – Harrisburg, PA @ Capital City Music HallSeptember 27 – Worcester, MA @ The PalladiumSeptember 28 – Baltimore, MD @ Metro GallerySeptember 30 – Asheville, NC @ RevivalOctober 1 – Nashville, TN @ The EndOctober 2 – Atlanta, GA @ The Masquerade (Purgatory)October 3 – Jacksonville, FL @ The AlbatrossOctober 4 – West Palm Beach, FL @ The Banyan LiveOctober 6 – Dallas, TX @ Club DadaOctober 7 – Austin, TX @ Come and Take It LiveOctober 9 – Mesa, AZ @ Rosetta RoomOctober 10 – Los Angeles, CA @ EchoplexOctober 11 – Roseville, CA @ Goldfield Trading PostOctober 13 – Portland, OR @ The Hawthorne TheatreOctober 14 – Seattle, WA @ El CorazonOctober 16 – Salt Lake City, UT @ SoundwellOctober 17 – Denver, CO @ HQ Tickets are available here: https://bnds.us/lv9ika And Crown Magnetar aren't slowing down after North America. Crown Magnetar Head to Europe With Archspire Following the North American run, Crown Magnetar will head across the Atlantic as part of the Archspire “European Vacation Tour,” joining Archspire, The Zenith Passage, and Analepsy for an extensive European and UK run. The tour begins October 23 in Köln, Germany and continues through November 21 in Helsinki, Finland. Archspire “European Vacation Tour” October 23 – Köln, Germany @ EssigfabrikOctober 24 – Nijmegen, Netherlands @ DoornroosjeOctober 26 – London, UK @ Electric BallroomOctober 27 – Manchester, UK @ Academy 2October 28 – Glasgow, UK @ SlayOctober 29 – Dublin, Ireland @ AcademyOctober 30 – Birmingham, UK @ Academy 2October 31 – Bristol, UK @ Electric BristolNovember 2 – Antwerp, Belgium @ Kavka ZappaNovember 3 – Paris, France @ La Machine du Moulin RougeNovember 5 – Madrid, Spain @ Revi LiveNovember 6 – Barcelona, Spain @ SalamandraNovember 7 – Toulouse, France @ BascalaNovember 8 – Aarau, Switzerland @ KiffNovember 9 – Milan, Italy @ Legend ClubNovember 10 – München, Germany @ BackstageNovember 11 – Karlsruhe, Germany @ SubstageNovember 12 – Prague, Czechia @ Meet FactoryNovember 13 – Berlin, Germany @ Columbia TheaterNovember 14 – Jena, Germany @ F-HausNovember 16 – Hamburg, Germany @ GruenspanNovember 17 – Copenhagen, Denmark @ VegaNovember 18 – Oslo, Norway @ John DeeNovember 19 – Stockholm, Sweden @ Kollektivet LivetNovember 21 – Helsinki, Finland @ Ääniwallä Ten Years of Relentless Crown Magnetar Crown Magnetar have been grinding away since 2016, and their growth has been anything but accidental. The band landed a major opportunity in 2021 when they joined Lorna Shore on tour following the explosion of “To the Hellfire.” Since then, Crown Magnetar have shared stages with heavyweight acts including Dying Fetus, Archspire, Chelsea Grin, Signs of the Swarm, Aborted, Spite, and others. Now, with The Hollowing of Godflesh, the band appears ready to take another substantial step forward. Behind the kit on the road will be Matt Kilner, known for his work with Nithing and Iniquitous Deeds, as well as his previous performances with Gorgasm and Vitriol. The current Crown Magnetar lineup is: Dan Tucker – VocalsRob Maramonte – GuitarMichael Sahm – BassMatt Kilner – Live Drums With a new album on the way, a new guitarist bringing additional technical firepower, a brutal new single and video, and two major tours lined up, Crown Magnetar are entering another chapter with the same philosophy that has carried them this far: Make it heavier. Make it faster. Make it hurt. The Hollowing of Godflesh arrives September 25, 2026 via Unique Leader Records. Listen to Crown Magnetar Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crownmagnetarX: https://x.com/crownmagnetarFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/crownmagnetarYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@crownmagnetarSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0DlST2L7efoM5Lb0uxG3Tx Photo Credit: Dylan Gould Less