FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Ghost in the Machine and Zaalen Tallis Unleash “Coming of Wolves (Valhalla)” — A Cinematic Metal Epic of Viking Fury and Symphonic Power Release Date: October 28, 2025Label: 808 Multi Media LLC Listen Now:... More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Ghost in the Machine and Zaalen Tallis Unleash “Coming of Wolves (Valhalla)” — A Cinematic Metal Epic of Viking Fury and Symphonic Power Release Date: October 28, 2025Label: 808 Multi Media LLC Listen Now: https://music.gitm.net/wM4YAll Platforms: https://gitm.net/quick-links Los Angeles, CA — The legendary underground innovators Ghost in the Machine (GITM) return with their monumental new single “Coming of Wolves (Valhalla)”, featuring the breathtaking orchestral genius of Zaalen Tallis. Out now on 808 Multi Media LLC, this track is a thunderous fusion of modern alternative metal and Hollywood-scale symphonic power, setting a new bar for cinematic heaviness. Known for crafting “Rocktronica for the 21st Century,” GITM—helmed by C4 and Face—have always stood apart with their explosive mix of industrial, electronic, and alternative rock energy. But with “Coming of Wolves,” they take that sound to a new realm: a Viking saga brought to life through orchestral grandeur and metal aggression. “The heart of this track began simply, with an acoustic guitar and a hum, carrying a direct, gritty Viking saga,” the band explains. “As that saga developed, the song built and surged into something like modern alt metal. But to truly deliver the promise of Valhalla, we knew it needed to be epic. Working with Zaalen Tallis was the key—his breathtaking orchestration didn’t just back the metal, it transformed that story into symphonic cinematic warfare on a blockbuster scale.” “Coming of Wolves (Valhalla)” captures the courage, mythology, and unrelenting power of the Northmen, building from raw emotion into a full-blown symphonic storm. Think Celldweller, Nine Inch Nails, Rammstein, Nightwish, and Trans-Siberian Orchestra—then imagine them all colliding in a cinematic battlefield. A Legacy of Sonic Warfare GITM’s hybrid sound has found a home across major media, including hit TV shows like Arrow, Madam Secretary, and Mistresses, feature films such as The Marine 4, and campaigns for Red Bull, Monster Energy, and Gymkhana. From their debut The Haunting Begins (1999) to Journey to the Otherwise (2022), the duo has continued to blur genre lines and dominate the audio-visual space. “Coming of Wolves” reaffirms why Ghost in the Machine are masters of the cinematic metal landscape—a band unafraid to go big, bold, and beyond. Produced and Mixed by: 808 Multi Media LLCMastered by: Specialized MasteringLabel: 808 Multi Media LLC For interviews, promo materials, or more info, contact: zach@metaldevastationradio.com  Check them out on YouTube and subscribe: [jrEmbed module="jrYouTube" youtube_id="78UsjTGkYMU"] Connect with the band:  https://music.gitm.net/wM4Yhttps://gitm.net/quick-links Contact: chris@808multimedia.com gitm@gitm.net Less

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wayne Static & Tera Wray Documentary Crowdfunding Launches January 2026 Director Matt Zane to Complete Unfinished Story of the Late Static-X Frontman and His Wife Los Angeles, CA — November 3 — Filmmaker Matt Zane has... More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wayne Static & Tera Wray Documentary Crowdfunding Launches January 2026 Director Matt Zane to Complete Unfinished Story of the Late Static-X Frontman and His Wife Los Angeles, CA — November 3 — Filmmaker Matt Zane has announced the launch of a crowdfunding campaign in January 2026 for a new documentary exploring the intense and often turbulent relationship between Wayne Static (Static-X) and his wife Tera Wray. Production is scheduled to begin in January 2026, with Zane — a longtime friend and collaborator of Wayne’s — directing and producing the project. “Most people are unaware that I knew Wayne for about 14 years, and I actually knew his wife Tera before him,” says Zane. “We were all close, and I worked on every project he did after leaving Static-X.” Zane previously directed all of Wayne’s solo videos, including the “Pighammer Promo,” “Assassins of Youth,” and Wayne's last music video “Noise Revolution” with DMC. At the time of Wayne’s death, the trio were developing additional projects, including an unfinished docuseries that aimed to chronicle the couple’s life together. “I filmed bits and pieces over the years, but we needed a few solid weeks in the desert at their house to finish it — that was the plan. Unfortunately, funding fell through,” Zane explains. “I know this is something Wayne and Tera wanted to get done, and they wanted me to do it. I feel I owe them this — to tell their story the way they wanted it told.” Zane also confirmed the film will feature previously unreleased music created with Wayne. “There’s about an EP’s worth of material Wayne and I recorded for a movie Tera was doing, but his label stepped in and stopped it. Some of those ideas ended up on Pighammer, but the rest has been sitting in my archives. I’m revisiting it now and will finish some of it with help from AI technology.” The crowdfunding campaign will officially launch January 2026, with details and updates coming soon. Zane is also seeking to connect (through the EveryoneDiesTheMovie.com contact button) with friends, colleagues, and associates who were close to Wayne and Tera during the final seven years of their lives for potential interviews.  Please note: The families of Wayne Static and Tera Wray, as well as the original members of Static-X, are not involved in or endorsing the project. For interviews, promo materials, or more info, contact: zach@metaldevastationradio.com  Less

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Fallout Circus Unleashes Three Explosive Singles — “Run for Cover,” “Mental Breakdown,” and “Tunnel Vision” Frankfurt am Main, Germany — September 11th, 2025 — Frankfurt’s high-voltage Nu Metal act Fallout Circus storms... More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Fallout Circus Unleashes Three Explosive Singles — “Run for Cover,” “Mental Breakdown,” and “Tunnel Vision” Frankfurt am Main, Germany — September 11th, 2025 — Frankfurt’s high-voltage Nu Metal act Fallout Circus storms onto the scene with the release of three jaw-dropping singles: Run for Cover, Mental Breakdown, and Tunnel Vision. Combining aggressive riffs, dual vocals, and a melodic edge, Fallout Circus delivers a sound that hits hard and lingers long. Formed in 2019, Fallout Circus has evolved into a six-member powerhouse featuring two vocalists, two guitarists, a bassist, and a drummer. Their music seamlessly fuses harsh, brutal energy with soulful clean vocals, creating an explosive Nu Metal experience that’s as emotionally gripping as it is headbangingly heavy. 2025 marks the year Fallout Circus officially steps into the spotlight. The trio of singles is now streaming worldwide on platforms including Spotify, Apple Music, and YouTube, signaling the arrival of a band ready to take stages — and ears — by storm. And fans can rest assured: this is only the beginning, with more incendiary tracks already in the works. Available everywhere: https://shorturl.at/EcawA For interviews, promo materials, or more info, contact: zach@metaldevastationradio.com  Connect with the band: https://www.facebook.com/falloutcircus/https://www.instagram.com/falloutcircus/https://falloutcircus.bandcamp.com/https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1xfMkv13qdr5Fjp5nxOJ6ghttps://music.apple.com/de/artist/fallout-circus/1835617163 Contact: Stefan Förg, falloutcircus@gmail.com  Less

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE V/Haze Miasma Sign with Inertial Music, Announce Sophomore Album Praise Me! Erase Me! — Out November 7, 2025 Germany’s post-metal innovators V/Haze Miasma are set to unleash their highly anticipated second full-length,... More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE V/Haze Miasma Sign with Inertial Music, Announce Sophomore Album Praise Me! Erase Me! — Out November 7, 2025 Germany’s post-metal innovators V/Haze Miasma are set to unleash their highly anticipated second full-length, Praise Me! Erase Me!, via Inertial Music on November 7th, 2025. Ahead of the album, the band has already dropped two singles, “Demi-Human” (October 10) and “Eden” (October 31), each accompanied by official videos that showcase their signature blend of haunting atmospheres and crushing intensity. Formed as a studio project in southern Germany and led by guitarist/composer Johannes Lenk (Hjort), V/Haze Miasma first made waves with their debut agenda:endure (2020), earning “Tip of the Month” honors in Rock Hard Magazine and hitting #3 in Metal Hammer Germany’s Soundcheck following its 2023 re-release via Supreme Chaos Records. The 2022 EP Nebula expanded the band’s sonic identity, fusing post-blackened aggression with intricate atmospheric melodies. Praise Me! Erase Me! continues this evolution, delivering a dynamic post-metal journey with black and progressive elements, melodic doom passages, and emotionally charged intensity. The album reflects on nature’s fragility, human hypocrisy, personal struggle, and social inequality, all framed within V/Haze Miasma’s signature sound—where serenity collides with devastation. Influences from Opeth, Nevermore, Ihsahn, Ghost Brigade, Swallow the Sun, Enslaved, Sólstafir, Cult of Luna, and Neurosis are evident, but the band’s voice remains unmistakably their own. The album’s artwork, evocative and darkly compelling, comes from acclaimed Swedish artist Niklas Sundin (ex-Dark Tranquillity, Mitochondrial Sun). Produced, recorded, and mastered at Grotesque Studios, Bad Wörishofen, Germany. With Praise Me! Erase Me!, V/Haze Miasma cement their place in contemporary post-metal, crafting an album that’s as emotionally gripping as it is sonically intense. Release Date: November 7, 2025Label: Inertial MusicManagement: press@inertial-music.com For interviews, promo materials, or more info, contact: zach@metaldevastationradio.com  Check them out on YouTube and subscribe: [jrEmbed module="jrYouTube" youtube_id="MsagL09B1R4"] Connect with the band: https://www.facebook.com/VHazeMiasma/https://www.instagram.com/vhazemiasmahttps://www.youtube.com/@InertialMusichttps://vhazemiasma.bandcamp.comhttps://open.spotify.com/artist/6k2rGgZXWSaCyEVtnGG9M2https://music.apple.com/tr/artist/v-haze-miasma/1491948056https://www.inertial-music.com/https://www.inertial-music.com/store/p/vhaze-miasma-praise-me-erase-me-cd-digipak Contact: inertialmusiclabel@gmail.com Less

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE IDŌL Unveils Their Darkest Creation Yet — Spectra Out Now Listen / Buy: https://idol.bandcamp.com/album/spectra Paris, France — The enigmatic French heavy metal duo IDŌL have emerged once again from the shadows with the... More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE IDŌL Unveils Their Darkest Creation Yet — Spectra Out Now Listen / Buy: https://idol.bandcamp.com/album/spectra Paris, France — The enigmatic French heavy metal duo IDŌL have emerged once again from the shadows with the release of their full-length EP, Spectra, available now everywhere. Dropped on October 25th, 2025, this record pulls listeners deep into a labyrinth of gothic atmosphere, haunting melodies, and cinematic metal intensity. For fans of Ghost, 69 Eyes, and The Cure, Spectra delivers an experience that’s equal parts heavy, hypnotic, and heartbreakingly beautiful. Across its sprawling soundscape, IDŌL blends the pulse of doom and the poetry of dark romance into something wholly their own—a musical séance that bridges the divine and the damned. Formed in Paris in 2019, Aletheia and Valens have built a reputation for creating music that blurs the lines between metal, art, and mysticism. From their 2022 debut EP Allegoria to the atmospheric singles “Black Delight” and “Eerie Bells,” the band has steadily evolved their shadowed sound. Spectra represents the culmination of that journey—a bold step further into the darkness. Produced by Aletheia & Valens and mastered by Giorgio Jost, Spectra is a conceptual work that dives into themes of reflection, transcendence, and the unseen worlds that exist between light and void. Each track feels like a ritual in itself—driven by emotion, shaped by vision, and wrapped in the haunting aesthetic that defines IDŌL. “Spectra is the mirror of our souls,” says Aletheia. “It’s where every sound becomes a color, every lyric a ghost. We wanted to create something that lingers long after the final note fades.” Spectra is available now on Bandcamp and all major streaming platforms. Press Contact: zach@metaldevastationradio.com  Artwork: Camille Murgue Follow IDŌL: https://idol-officialmerch.com/https://www.facebook.com/weareidol/https://www.instagram.com/idol.theband/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEINmKhGoSXwCXiVurI4SkAhttps://idol.bandcamp.com/https://open.spotify.com/intl-fr/artist/3nmBN4kK0iZ0yoYymH7RMShttps://linktr.ee/idol.theband Contact:  Idol_official@hotmail.com  Less

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE LiveKill Unleashes Blistering New Heavy Metal Single “Evil & Ecstasy” — OUT NOW Presave / Listen: https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/livekill/evil--ecstasy South Florida, USA — South Florida’s heavy metal powerhouse... More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE LiveKill Unleashes Blistering New Heavy Metal Single “Evil & Ecstasy” — OUT NOW Presave / Listen: https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/livekill/evil--ecstasy South Florida, USA — South Florida’s heavy metal powerhouse LiveKill has officially dropped their latest single, “Evil & Ecstasy”, and it’s a relentless surge of metal fury. Dark, atmospheric, and brutally powerful, the track rips through the tension between light and darkness, transforming life’s struggles into an unstoppable sonic assault. With artwork as haunting as its themes, “Evil & Ecstasy” pushes listeners to confront the weight of choices and the truths that lurk just beyond. The single exemplifies LiveKill’s signature blend of crushing heavy metal aggression, modern production, and fearless songwriting. For fans of Sepultura, Machine Head, and Chimaira, LiveKill delivers the raw energy of Florida metal legends while carving out their own devastating path forward. About LiveKillHailing from South Florida, LiveKill is a high-energy heavy metal force committed to evolving the state’s legendary metal legacy. Combining bold arrangements, killer live performances, and modern production, they create an immersive metal experience that hits as hard in the studio as it does on stage. Production Credits Mix / Master: Alastair Sims Drums: Kevin Talley Guitars / Music: John Snell Release Info“Evil & Ecstasy” — OUT NOWPresave / Listen: https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/livekill/evil--ecstasy For interviews, promo requests, or more info: zach@metaldevastationradio.com Check out the video and subscribe: [jrEmbed module="jrYouTube" youtube_id="IppdEEUSRg0"] Find/Follow LiveKill Online: https://livekill.net/https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/livekill/evil--ecstasyhttps://music.apple.com/us/artist/livekill/1390384218https://livekill.bandcamp.com/https://www.facebook.com/LiveKillBandhttps://www.instagram.com/livekillofficial/https://open.spotify.com/artist/330IRFx1qCHR8seFfdsH4hhttps://www.tiktok.com/@livekillofficialhttps://x.com/livekillbandhttps://www.youtube.com/@LiveKillOfficial/featured Contact: John Snell john@livekill.net Less

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE OBVURT Ignite Minds with “Artificial Consciousness” — A Technical Death Metal Guitar Playthrough That Redefines Precision Quebec City, Canada — Canadian death metal innovators OBVURT are back with a jaw-dropping new guitar... More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE OBVURT Ignite Minds with “Artificial Consciousness” — A Technical Death Metal Guitar Playthrough That Redefines Precision Quebec City, Canada — Canadian death metal innovators OBVURT are back with a jaw-dropping new guitar playthrough video for “Artificial Consciousness”, now streaming worldwide via Brutal Mind. This performance highlights the mind-blowing musicianship and technical precision of guitarist/vocalist Philippe Drouin, showcasing his signature double-guitar mastery in full force. Following the success of their previous single “Patience”, OBVURT continue to push the limits of modern death metal with “Artificial Consciousness” — a track that combines surgical-level technique with raw emotional drive. This is more than a playthrough — it’s a glimpse inside the creative engine of one of the most innovative minds in extreme music today. “This song represents the next step in human and musical evolution,” says Drouin. “The idea of artificial consciousness connects perfectly with what I’m doing on the double-guitar — merging two instruments, two sides of the brain, and two approaches to expression into one cohesive force.” Filmed with surgical precision, the “Artificial Consciousness” playthrough captures every note, every transition, and every ounce of intensity behind OBVURT’s unique style. The visual clarity of the video mirrors the band’s musical mission: to challenge what’s possible in technical death metal while staying true to its brutal roots. With comparisons to Decapitated, Suffocation, and Dying Fetus, OBVURT continue carving their path through the underground with a blend of virtuosity and ferocity that’s entirely their own. 🔥 Watch the “Artificial Consciousness” Guitar Playthrough now:[jrEmbed module="jrYouTube" youtube_id="MYxR3vZXQzU"] 🎧 Listen / Pre-order the upcoming album An Alternate Dimension:https://brutal-mind.com/?s=obvurt&post_type=product OBVURT lineup:Philippe Drouin – Guitars / VocalsEnzo Roussel – BassMichel Gagné Bouchard (Mitch) – Drums For press inquiries, interviews, and review requests, contact:Zach Moonshine – zach@metaldevastationradio.com For fans of: Decapitated, Suffocation, Dying Fetus Streaming now on Bandcamp: An Alternate Dimension by OBVURT Follow Obvurt Online: https://www.facebook.com/Obvurt/https://www.instagram.com/obvurt/?hl=enhttps://x.com/obvurthttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2CtWWb0OxVJ9c7AxSa3J2ghttps://brutalmind.bandcamp.com/album/an-alternate-dimensionhttps://open.spotify.com/album/0WAHzbaO4h76PDVtRZbbt6 Contact: philippe.drou@gmail.com Less

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE The Human Tragedy’s Epic Album Upon Waves, The Inferno — Out Now Album Release Date: October 31, 2025 — Available NowOfficial Video: “Desecrated Grounds” — Previously ReleasedGenre: Orchestral MetalFor Fans Of: Dimmu... More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE The Human Tragedy’s Epic Album Upon Waves, The Inferno — Out Now Album Release Date: October 31, 2025 — Available NowOfficial Video: “Desecrated Grounds” — Previously ReleasedGenre: Orchestral MetalFor Fans Of: Dimmu Borgir, Fleshgod Apocalypse, Old Man’s ChildLocation: Lexington, Kentucky Lexington, KY’s orchestral metal visionaries The Human Tragedy have officially unleashed their highly anticipated new album Upon Waves, The Inferno, now available worldwide. Following the September premiere of their emotionally charged video “Desecrated Grounds,” the band delivers a full-length orchestral metal experience that pushes the boundaries of extreme metal storytelling. An Album That Confronts Darkness Upon Waves, The Inferno continues the band’s fearless exploration of human suffering, resilience, and the consequences of neglect and isolation. Tracks like “Desecrated Grounds” tell harrowing stories of pain and despair, but also highlight the importance of compassion, awareness, and connection in the face of tragedy. In the band’s words: “We don’t want to glorify violence. We want to confront the reality that too many turn away from. Compassion, conversation, and presence in each other’s lives can be the difference between hope and tragedy.” A Magnum Opus of Orchestral Metal Musically, the album blends cinematic orchestrations, crushing riffs, blast beats, and haunting atmospheres, creating 12 tracks of epic storytelling through sound. From blistering intensity to reflective passages, Upon Waves, The Inferno is a full-scale orchestral metal journey that proves The Human Tragedy are at the top of their game. Credits Cinematography: Tim Taylor & Matt Napier Drone Footage: Tim Taylor Additional Editing: Logan Batista The Human Tragedy Lineup Frank Tallman – Guitar Tim Hensley – Guitar Johnny Martin – Bass / Vocals Jonathan Barnett – Keys / Arrangements Sam Brashear – Drums Press / Interview Contact: Zach@metaldevastationradio.com Watch the Official Video Here: [jrEmbed module="jrYouTube" youtube_id="n8P0kFQ1xY8"] Follow the band: https://linktr.ee/thehumantragedyofficialhttps://www.instagram.com/thehumantragedyofficial/https://www.youtube.com/@thehumantragedy5880EPK: https://www.thehumantragedy.com/epkLINKTREE: https://linktr.ee/thehumantragedyofficialSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0sRcfc8Y81DYihcy0SBvqDFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thehumantragedyofficialhttps://thehumantragedy.wixsite.com/thehumantragedyBANDCAMP: https://thehumantragedy.bandcamp.com/ Less

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE LIMINAL SPIRIT Featured in Metal Injection’s Weekly Injection of New Releases with New Album “UNWELL” Out Now Metal Devastation PR clients Liminal Spirit are turning heads this week as their brand new album “UNWELL” is... More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE LIMINAL SPIRIT Featured in Metal Injection’s Weekly Injection of New Releases with New Album “UNWELL” Out Now Metal Devastation PR clients Liminal Spirit are turning heads this week as their brand new album “UNWELL” is featured in Metal Injection’s Weekly Injection of New Releases. The record drops today, standing tall alongside some of the heaviest hitters in the scene including AVATAR, TRIVIUM, Wiltwither, Primitive Man, Despised Icon, Chat Pile with Hayden Pedigo, and Black Cross Hotel. “UNWELL” delivers a crushing blend of cinematic doom and emotional weight, marking a major milestone for the band and proving once again that underground metal is alive and thriving. Check it out now and support the underground! https://metalinjection.net/upcoming-releases/heavy-new-releases/the-weekly-injection-new-releases-from-avatar-trivium-more-out-this-week-10-31 LIMINAL SPIRIT UNLEASHES "UNWELL" — A CINEMATIC DESCENT INTO THE FRACTURED HUMAN MIND Released October 31, 2025Mastered by Jeff Wojtysiak (Spiral Sound Mastering)Cover art by James Becker Milwaukee’s one-man cinematic doom conjurer Liminal Spirit has released the full-length album Unwell, a haunting and deeply psychological exploration of fear, decay, and consequence. The album marks the third release from multi-instrumentalist/composer Jerry Hauppa (Northless, Ara, Deorbit), whose work has been hailed as “darkly progressive” (The Obelisk) and “a cinematic journey through liminal spaces” (Music Waves). A Story of Memory, Guilt, and Judgment Unwell unfolds as a five-act descent into the mind of Phillip, a man suffering from dementia — a condition that strips him of his memories but not of his guilt. Over the course of the album, the listener witnesses his unraveling as he confronts forgotten horrors and faces a reckoning from those beyond his understanding. The narrative begins with "Welcome to My World", presented by Jim Reeves — a twisted beacon of false comfort from 1962, recontextualized as Phillip’s final grasp for salvation. The melody recurs throughout the record, morphing as the character’s psyche fractures. As Hauppa explains: “I wanted to explore the fear of decline — mental and physical — but also the moral weight of actions we can’t remember. Even if dementia erases memory, you’re still accountable for what you’ve done. Unwell is about that inescapable judgment and the sound of a mind collapsing under it.” A Sonic Ritual in Microtones and Madness Musically, Unwell fuses doom, industrial ambience, and microtonal experimentation, using custom microtonal guitars from  kiteguitar.com to create an unsettling, alien resonance. Every instrument — guitars, bass, synth, drum programming, violin, and vocoder — is performed by Hauppa himself, with Kaitlyn Menden lending her voice as Madeline. The album was mastered by Jeff Wojtysiak (Spiral Sound Mastering), whose work ensures the record’s oppressive atmosphere retains clarity and cinematic depth. Critical response has been nothing short of reverent: “A fearless act of musical necromancy.” – SeeRockLive “If someone is needed to write the next Silent Hill soundtrack, Hauppa just handed in his resume.” – Metal Noise “For metal fans who think outside the box and don’t need to be spoon-fed the typical metal sound.” – Metal Temple About Liminal Spirit Liminal Spirit is the vision of Jerry Hauppa, a Milwaukee-based musician whose prior work in Northless, Ara, and Deorbit explored everything from sludge and death metal to cosmic instrumental soundscapes. With Liminal Spirit, Hauppa dives into the psychic realm — where doom, industrial noise, and cinematic storytelling meet. No label. No management. No compromise. Just one man pushing metal’s boundaries into uncharted emotional and sonic territory. Genre: Cinematic DoomFFO: Jesu, Cynic, Confessor, Swans, Skepticism Stream and purchase the album now:🔗 https://liminalspirit.bandcamp.com/album/unwell For press inquiries, interviews, or additional information, contact:📧 zach@metaldevastationradio.com  Follow the band at these links: https://liminalspirit.bandcamp.com/https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61575618106702 Contact: Jerry Hauppa, jerryhauppa@yahoo.com Less

One Band To Conquer Them All! After another successful year in 2025, to send one unsigned and independent American to play the world's most prestigious and largest already sold-out metal festivals, Wacken Open Air, Wacken Metal Battle USA... More

One Band To Conquer Them All! After another successful year in 2025, to send one unsigned and independent American to play the world's most prestigious and largest already sold-out metal festivals, Wacken Open Air, Wacken Metal Battle USA announces submissions for the 2026 battle are now open as of October 1st until December 1st. "I am beyond stoked to bring back the Wacken Metal Battle to the US. Every year we get invited to participate is an opportunity to grow. This year will be no different. We will be bringing back some cities that haven't participated in a few years, and we will be adding at least one new city/state to the competition. Do you have what it takes to represent the US at Wacken? Sign up now!" - Eric Dow - Artist & Promoter Relations. American bands interested in participating can apply at https://www.metal-battle.com/countries/ (please select the United States as your country) Watch - Wacken Metal Battle 2025 - Aftermovie | Have You Heard the Future of Metal? - https://youtu.be/nCulXiLlaSw​ Wacken Battle Trailer Video – https://youtu.be/fjMugRXEc5g​ The 2026 WMBU champion will receive the following:- A slot at the 2025 Wacken Open Air Festival.- Full professional backline provided.- $1,000 USD towards flights to Germany.- VIP camping at the festival. At the 2025 WMBU national finals held this past June at Dingbatz in Clifton, NJ, Southern California and Arizona-based band ​MOURNING HIGH​ emerged as the seventh champion selected to represent the United States at the prestigious international showdown, Wacken Open Air, that took place from July 30th to August 2nd in Wacken, Germany, where over 185,000 attendees from around the world gathered. Mourning High, crowned the West Coast Winner, competed alongside five other standout American bands: ​PRIME PROPHECY (New Jersey), ​WHAT’S WRONG (Pacific Northwest), ​PONTIFEX​ (Florida), ​FIREHAZE (East Coast), and BROKEN TIME (Texas). A panel of seasoned industry professionals, including Jeff Buttermark (FM Management), Shawn Quinn (Napalm Records/FM Management), and Rob Caggiano (formerly of Anthrax and Volbeat), ultimately selected Mourning High as the top U.S. act to perform at the International Wacken Battle. Spotify - 2025 WMBU National Finalists Playlist - https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5q7Or6tHAsWsAGg8zQSVgZ​ List of previous WMBU national winners: Cascade Effect (2024 - San Diego), Fadrait (2023 - San Diego), Mythraeum (2022 - San Diego), Monarch (2019 - San Diego), Voices of Ruin (2018 - Anaheim), and Corpse Hoarder (2017 - Philadelphia). For the last 7 years of battles (2017-2019, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025), Wacken Metal Battle USA has hosted battles across the country to send one independent metal band to perform at the world’s largest metal festival, Wacken Open Air in Wacken, Germany. 2019 saw the festival celebrate its 30th anniversary, but due to COVID, the 2020 and 2021 editions were both canceled. As the metal community regains its strength, Wacken Open Air 2026 will be the 35th edition of the festival and will be held from July 29th to August 1st. The 2026 event is already sold out with a line-up that includes Def Leppard, Lamb Of God, In Flames, Powerwolf, Emperor, Sepultura, and Running Wild, among others. Details here. Wacken Metal Battle USA is part of an international competition that sees bands from across the country battle each other for the chance to win their spot among over 55 other countries’ champions, and represent the USA in an international battle of the bands at the world’s largest outdoor metal festival: Wacken Open Air. The battles have been hosted at the festival for over a decade and give independent bands the opportunity to showcase their talents to an international audience, along with the chance to win multiple prizes. How it works:​​Participating cities will host qualifying rounds plus a city final organized by a local city concert promoter, where one band will move forward to the American national final (date and city to be determined). The winner of the national final will move on to perform at the Wacken Open Air 2024 and compete against the winners of 30 other countries in a final global battle. All bands will be judged during battle rounds by respected local music industry representatives. Links:​​Metal-Battle.com​​MetalBattleUSA.com​​Facebook.com/metalbattleusa​.official​​X.com/MetalBattleUSA​​Instagram.com/metalbattleusa.official​ Sponsors / Partners:​Fatal Illness ManagementBravewords.comMetal-Rules.comV13.netGhostCultMag.comMetalDevastationRadioCome And Take It ProductionsBrick By BrickDistilled EntertainmentDingbatzPiox PromotionsTampa Bay Metal SceneLast Light PresentsEast Coast Metal MayhemDean GuitarsAsher Media Relations Less