https://metaldevastationradio.com/thebeast Sun, 20 Sep 2026 08:58:30 -0500 https://metaldevastationradio.com/thebeast/blog/29420/aydra-blackened-rose-celtic-hills-enbor-arnasa-hellrazor-hexjakt-james-legendforge-machine-cult-ritual-sonus-element-o https://metaldevastationradio.com/thebeast/blog/29420
28 Metal Devastation PR Clients Featured Across Nine Interviews and Two Compilation CDs

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Metal Devastation PR is proud to announce a massive showcase of independent metal talent in Metallurg Magazine No. 8 , with Metal Devastation PR clients featured throughout the issue and across the accompanying Metallurg Music Compilation No. 8 , presented in two parts.
The latest issue features nine Metal Devastation PR clients in interview features , while 19 additional and overlapping MDPR clients appear across the two compilation CDs , giving Metal Devastation PR an impressive presence throughout this edition of Metallurg.
INTERVIEWS IN METALLURG MAGAZINE No. 8

The latest issue of Metallurg Magazine features in-depth interviews with:


AYDRA
BLACKENED ROSE
CELTIC HILLS
ENBOR ARNASA
HELLRAZOR
HEXJAKT
JAMES LEGENDFORGE
MACHINE CULT RITUAL
SÖNUS!

These interviews give readers an opportunity to go deeper into the artists, their music, their backgrounds, and what they are bringing to the international metal scene.
METALLURG MUSIC COMPILATION No. 8 - PART 1

The first part of Metallurg Music Compilation No. 8 features the following Metal Devastation PR clients:
Celtic Hills
Hellrazor
Element of Fate
Aydra
First World Appetite
Nothing Sacred
Blood of Angels
Blood Desecration
John Fly
Bleeding Antlers
Enbor Arnasa
James Legendforge
METALLURG MUSIC COMPILATION No. 8 - PART 2

The second part of Metallurg Music Compilation No. 8 features:
Brainmaze
Hexjakt
Sönus
Machine Cult Ritual
Paindemic
Uncle Hauk
Flight of Odin
With 19 Metal Devastation PR clients represented across the two compilation releases , the Metallurg Music Compilation provides an extensive snapshot of artists currently working with Metal Devastation PR.
Combined with the nine client interview features in Metallurg Magazine No. 8 , this represents an extraordinary amount of exposure for the independent artists represented through the Metal Devastation PR roster.
REAL COVERAGE FOR INDEPENDENT METAL

Metal Devastation PR was built to help independent metal artists reach media outlets, listeners, and industry audiences beyond their immediate circles. Coverage such as the latest Metallurg issue and compilation demonstrates the value of sustained, legitimate promotion and getting music into the hands of actual metal media.
From established underground acts to emerging artists, Metal Devastation PR continues working to put its clients in front of new audiences around the world.
Major Metal Media. Real Coverage. Worldwide Exposure.
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Metallurg Music Compilation 8.1 + digital Magazine No8 by Metallurg Music
]]> Fri, 18 Sep 2026 11:34:47 -0500 https://metaldevastationradio.com/thebeast/blog/29419/droid-killer-announces-new-full-length-album-2030-jihad https://metaldevastationradio.com/thebeast/blog/29419 DROID KILLER ANNOUNCES NEW FULL-LENGTH ALBUM 2030 JIHAD
Antarctica-Based Sci-Fi Metal Cult Act Unleashes Title Track Ahead of May 2027 Album Release
FFO: Megadeth, White Zombie, Six Feet Under
Black Halo
The new era of Droid Killer begins.
Antarctica-based Sci-Fi Metal force Droid Killer has officially announced its highly anticipated new full-length album, 2030 JiHad , the epic sequel to the band's 2023 debut album, The Terminator vs. The Preacher . The magnum opus is set for release May 21, 2027 via Black Halo , with the album's explosive title track, "2030 JiHad," available now following its release on September 11, 2026.
"The new era of Droid Killer begins! Droid Killer announces full length album 2030 JiHad, the highly anticipated sequel to The Terminator vs. The Preacher. The Droid Killer magnum opus 2030 Jihad is coming! Welcome to The Apocalypse."
Droid Killer is the definitive Sci-Fi Metal experience, based in Antarctica and chronicling a human/machine war apocalypse in real time. As the glaciers of Antarctica melt, something ancient and imprisoned beneath the subterranean ice is unleashed. Humanity has become enslaved by its own technology, and resistance rises as soulless death machines wage war against organic life.
With 2030 JiHad , Droid Killer takes the saga deeper into its apocalyptic universe.
The story began with the band's debut EP, The Hive , introducing a grim future where demonic machines begin cleansing the world of human life. That story expanded with Droid Killer's 2023 debut full-length, The Terminator vs. The Preacher , which explored the origins of the machine war and followed The Preacher as he travels through time from the Old West into the future to confront the machines.
Now, 2030 JiHad moves the story onto the battlefield of the future.
The remnants of conscious, living humanity fight for their very existence on a death-star planet where mind-controlled zombies wage war against conscious human life and artificial intelligence feeds upon human souls. Each Droid Killer full-length album is accompanied by a companion Sci-Fi novel , expanding the band's mythology beyond the music and further developing its apocalyptic universe.
At its core, Droid Killer chronicles the timeless battle between good and evil, life and death, the synthetic and the organic , while exploring the mythology of creation rising against its creator. The band's music serves as the soundtrack to a world where technology, prophecy, humanity and destruction collide.
Musically, Droid Killer describes its sound as Death Metal / Doom Metal / Life Metal , combining a distinctive "electric voodoo" guitar style with Death Metal that moves like classic rock and the crushing weight of Doom Metal. The result is a future-primitive sound built around molten riffs, subterranean arena anthems and a relentless celebration of the human spirit.
The production team behind 2030 JiHad includes Brian J. Sienkevich on mixing and production, with legendary mastering engineer Ted Jensen handling mastering. The album artwork was created by Zachary Jackson Brown , photography comes from Trevor Bexon , and the Droid Killer logo was created by Ross Sewage .
2030 JiHad arrives May 21, 2027 , with the companion novel and merchandise also slated for May 2027.
The title track "2030 JiHad" is available now.
I AM HUMAN!
Droid Killer is your lifeline during the human/machine war apocalypse as the future unfolds.
2030 JIHAD

Droid Killer
Black Halo
Release Date: May 21, 2027
Title Track: "2030 JiHad" - Out Now
2030 JiHad by Droid Killer

Connect: https://linktr.ee/droidkiller
Contact: droidkillermilitia@disciples.com]]> Fri, 18 Sep 2026 10:03:42 -0500 https://metaldevastationradio.com/thebeast/blog/29418/falling-in-reverse-unleash-joseph-featuring-corey-taylor-serj-tankian https://metaldevastationradio.com/thebeast/blog/29418
New Single Marks the First Time Slipknot’s Corey Taylor and System of a Down’s Serj Tankian Have Performed Together on a Song

Falling In Reverse are back with their first new song in more than a year, and they have returned with an absolutely massive collaboration.
The band has unleashed “Joseph,” a new single featuring guest vocals from two of modern hard rock and metal’s most recognizable voices, Slipknot frontman Corey Taylor and System of a Down vocalist Serj Tankian.
The collaboration marks the first time Taylor and Tankian have performed together on the same song, bringing two iconic vocalists together alongside Falling In Reverse frontman Ronnie Radke for one seriously heavyweight track.
The song also arrives with a cinematic official music video directed by Jensen Noen, featuring appearances from both Corey Taylor and Serj Tankian.
A Song With a Personal Title

“Joseph” takes its title from Ronnie Radke’s middle name, giving the new track a more personal connection to the Falling In Reverse frontman.
The release follows the band’s massive 2024 album Popular Monster, which has continued to rack up enormous numbers since its release. The album has accumulated more than four billion streams and is nearing platinum status.
Falling In Reverse have also established a reputation for bringing unexpected artists into their world.
Their 2024 single “All My Life,” featuring country-rock superstar Jelly Roll, became a major crossover success. The track spent five weeks at No. 1 on the rock radio charts, debuted at No. 1 across Billboard’s hard rock charts, and went on to spend 11 weeks at No. 1 on the Hot Hard Rock Songs chart.
Then came “God Is a Weapon,” featuring Marilyn Manson, which has reportedly surpassed 350 million streams while also finding a massive audience through TikTok.
Now, “Joseph” adds another heavyweight collaboration to the band's growing catalog.
Corey Taylor Meets Serj Tankian

The pairing of Corey Taylor and Serj Tankian is arguably the biggest talking point surrounding the new track.
Taylor has spent decades at the forefront of Slipknot while also building a successful solo career and extensive body of work outside the band. Tankian, meanwhile, has been the unmistakable voice of System of a Down, known for his distinctive delivery and genre-defying approach.
Hearing those two voices collide on a Falling In Reverse track makes “Joseph” a particularly notable release.
Rather than simply bringing in another guest vocalist, Falling In Reverse have assembled a three-way vocal combination involving artists who have each carved out very different identities within heavy music.
And yes, that's one hell of a guest list.
Falling In Reverse Continue Their Run

Since the release of Popular Monster, Falling In Reverse have continued expanding their reach well beyond the traditional boundaries of heavy music. Their ability to combine metal, hard rock, hip-hop, pop, electronic elements and massive production has helped make the band one of the most commercially visible acts in the modern rock scene.
“Joseph” continues that trajectory while bringing together three distinctive frontmen for a collaboration that is impossible to overlook.
With Corey Taylor and Serj Tankian joining Ronnie Radke, Falling In Reverse have once again gone big.
Photo Credit: Joseph Oswaldo Cepada
Watch the official video here:
]]> Fri, 18 Sep 2026 00:38:00 -0500 https://metaldevastationradio.com/thebeast/blog/29417/peeling-flesh-announce-self-titled-sophomore-album-unleash-murderous-intent-featuring-mike-ryan-of-missing-link https://metaldevastationradio.com/thebeast/blog/29417
Oklahoma slam outfit return with their most brutal release yet, featuring collaborations with Sanguisugabogg, Stabbing, Extermination Dismemberment and more

Oklahoma's slam machine Peeling Flesh are back, and they're bringing an absolutely filthy new record with them.
The band has officially announced their sophomore full-length, Peeling Flesh , due November 27, 2026 via Unique Leader Records . Along with the announcement, the band has unleashed the album's first single, “Murderous Intent,” featuring Mike Ryan of Missing Link .
Stream or pre-order Peeling Flesh:
https://orcd.co/PEELINGFLESH
Watch the “Murderous Intent” video:


Built on crushing slam riffs, death metal brutality, hardcore aggression, and the band's unmistakable hip-hop influence, Peeling Flesh promises to push the Oklahoma outfit's already punishing sound even further.
Vocalist Damonteal Harris describes the album as a project the band has poured everything into over the past year.


“This has been our baby for the last year. An insane mixture of drop G and Drop F songs that are some of our favorite and craziest songs we've written to date and we're extremely stoked to get them out finally.”


As for “Murderous Intent,” Harris keeps things appropriately blunt, calling the track “ruthless and vicious” while highlighting the collaboration with Mike Ryan as a way of solidifying the Oklahoma/New York connection.
And if the first single is any indication, Peeling Flesh aren't exactly planning on easing listeners into this thing.
A STACKED LINEUP OF COLLABORATORS

The guest list on Peeling Flesh is loaded with familiar names from across the modern extreme-metal underground.
The album features Devin Swank of Sanguisugabogg , JayWay , Bridget Lynch of Stabbing , and Extermination Dismemberment , alongside Mike Ryan of Missing Link.
Peeling Flesh Track Listing:



Crash Out
Murderous Intent feat. Mike Ryan of Missing Link
Wig Split feat. Devin Swank of Sanguisugabogg
Lethal Interjection feat. JayWay
T.D.C.U.
Crackology
No Alibi feat. Bridget Lynch of Stabbing
Find Around Fuck Out
Full Clip
It's Goin Down Part 2 feat. Extermination Dismemberment
〈Bottom Text〉

FROM THE G CODE TO A NEW ERA OF PEELING FLESH

Formed in 2021, Peeling Flesh quickly established themselves as one of the most recognizable names in the modern slam and death metal underground.
Their 2024 debut full-length, The G Code , helped put the Oklahoma quintet firmly on the radar, earning praise from Blabbermouth , which described the band's approach as a “full-throttle” assault.
The band followed that momentum with last year's PF Radio 2 EP, further expanding their signature collision of slam, death metal, hardcore, and hip-hop.
Their sound has become just as recognizable for its personality as its sheer heaviness. Hip-hop samples, crushing low-tuned guitars, a charismatic frontman, and an increasingly relentless songwriting output have helped Peeling Flesh carve out a lane that is distinctly their own.
That reputation has also translated to the road. The band has shared stages with heavyweights including Lorna Shore, The Black Dahlia Murder, and Sanguisugabogg , while collaborations with artists such as Svdden Death, YVM3, and NIMDA have continued to demonstrate the band's willingness to cross genre lines without sacrificing their brutality.
Now they're taking the next step with Peeling Flesh .
PEELING FLESH HIT THE ROAD THIS OCTOBER

Before the new album arrives in November, Peeling Flesh will embark on a massive U.S. headlining run throughout October.
The tour features Grounds For Assault, Snuffed On Sight, Mongrel, Gridiron, Outta Pocket, Fatal Realm, Final Resting Place, and Two-Piece on select dates.
The trek kicks off October 1 in Los Angeles and runs through October 30 in Jacksonville, with stops across the United States.
PEELING FLESH TOUR DATES

Oct. 1 – Los Angeles, CA @ 1720
Oct. 2 – Sacramento, CA @ Aftershock *
Oct. 3 – San Diego, CA @ House Of Blues
Oct. 4 – Fresno, CA @ Strummers
Oct. 6 – Portland, OR @ Hawthorne Theatre
Oct. 7 – Seattle, WA @ El Corazon
Oct. 9 – Boise, ID @ Treefort Music Hall
Oct. 10 – Salt Lake City, UT @ Soundwell
Oct. 11 – Denver, CO @ Red Rocks *
Oct. 13 – Des Moines, IA @ Wooly's
Oct. 14 – Chicago, IL @ Metro
Oct. 15 – Pittsburgh, PA @ Preserving
Oct. 16 – Worcester, MA @ The Palladium
Oct. 17 – Albany, NY @ Empire Live
Oct. 18 – Brooklyn, NY @ Warsaw
Oct. 20 – Baltimore, MD @ Soundstage
Oct. 21 – Charlotte, NC @ The Underground
Oct. 22 – Atlanta, GA @ The Masquerade (Heaven)
Oct. 23 – New Orleans, LA @ House Of Blues
Oct. 24 – Fort Worth, TX @ Sick New World *
Oct. 25 – Corpus Christi, TX @ House Of Rock
Oct. 27 – Pensacola, FL @ Vinyl Music Hall
Oct. 28 – Tampa, FL @ Orpheum
Oct. 29 – West Palm Beach, FL @ The Banyan Live
Oct. 30 – Jacksonville, FL @ Albatross
* Peeling Flesh only
With Peeling Flesh arriving November 27, the band is setting up a two-month stretch that puts their new material directly in front of audiences across the country before unleashing the full album.
For a band that has built its reputation on relentless live performances and an unapologetically heavy sound, that's a pretty damn effective way to roll into a new record.
The new era of Peeling Flesh officially begins with “Murderous Intent.”
And judging by that title, they aren't exactly here to make friends.
Peeling Flesh is:
Mychal Soto – Guitars
Damonteal Harris – Vocals
Joe Pelletier – Drums
Jason Parrish – Guitars
Chip Smith – Bass
Peeling Flesh Online:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/peelingfleshok
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PeelingFleshOK
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/40DbKvYvADTiks7hZIUPHG
Photo credit: Frances Koehn
]]> Thu, 17 Sep 2026 22:55:56 -0500 https://metaldevastationradio.com/thebeast/blog/29416/thy-legacy-unleash-debut-album-the-call-through-nameless-graves-records https://metaldevastationradio.com/thebeast/blog/29416
Greek Heavy Metal Newcomers Draw From Manowar, Omen, Eternal Champion, Battleroar and the Ancient Spirit of True Metal

There is something about the Greek metal underground that continues to produce bands with a deep respect for the foundations of the genre. From epic heavy metal to traditional and extreme metal, Greece has developed a reputation for keeping the old flame burning while adding its own distinctive character.
Now, a new name has entered the ranks.
Hailing from Crete, Greece, THY LEGACY have officially unleashed their debut album, The Call , through independent label Nameless Graves Records . Released September 11, 2026, the eight-track album is a full-throttle celebration of traditional heavy metal, drawing heavily from the classic Greek and Italian epic metal traditions alongside the high-energy attack of US Power Metal.
For listeners who believe heavy metal should still sound like heavy metal, The Call arrives with plenty of ammunition.
The band's influences include legendary acts such as Manowar, Omen, Eternal Champion, Battleroar, Wrathblade and other champions of epic and traditional metal. Rather than chasing modern trends, THY LEGACY have devoted themselves to what they describe as the preservation of True Metal , building their sound around driving riffs, majestic guitar harmonies, powerful vocals and the kind of larger-than-life atmosphere that has defined epic heavy metal for generations.
From the opening attack of "Heavy Metal Rising" to the charging riffs of "Metal Legion," The Call is built around momentum. The songwriting favors strong melodies, commanding vocals and guitar work designed to sound equally at home on a battle standard or blasting through a pair of battered speakers in a metalhead's garage.
The album's title track, "The Call," serves as a brief atmospheric centerpiece before the band launches back into the heavy metal charge. Tracks such as "Holy Storm," "Chasing Glory" and "Seven Witches" continue the album's epic journey, while the closing "The Road to Helheim" brings the record to its conclusion with its longest track.
At just over 32 minutes, The Call doesn't overstay its welcome. Instead, THY LEGACY deliver a compact dose of steel that gets in, makes its presence known and leaves the listener ready to hit play again.
The album's visual identity also fits perfectly with its musical mission. The cover artwork was created by Mars Triumph , known for his work with the Greek epic metal band Triumpher , further connecting THY LEGACY's debut to the modern Greek traditional metal scene.
Behind the recording are Giannis Pratikakis , who handled recording of guitars, bass and drums, Nikos Trialonis , who recorded vocals and handled mixing, and Bart Gabriel , who handled mastering.
The Call Tracklisting



Heavy Metal Rising - 05:47
The Call - 01:57
Metal Legion - 04:20
Holy Storm - 03:42
Chasing Glory - 04:26
The Amulet - 01:51
Seven Witches - 03:34
The Road to Helheim - 06:41

Total Running Time: 32:18
THY LEGACY

Nikos Frantzeskakis - Bass
Babis Antaloudakis - Drums
A.D. Guillotine - Rhythm Guitars
Jim Ritsopoulos - Vocals, Guitars
With The Call , THY LEGACY are planting their flag firmly in the territory of epic and traditional heavy metal. There are no shortage of bands looking backward for inspiration, but the real challenge is turning those influences into something that feels alive rather than simply nostalgic.
THY LEGACY clearly understand the assignment.
The result is an unapologetically metal debut built around riffs, melodies, soaring vocals and the timeless spirit of epic steel. For anyone who still believes in leather, denim, big riffs and songs that sound like they were written for battle rather than algorithms, The Call deserves a place on the listening list.
THY LEGACY's journey has only just begun.
The Call is available now through Nameless Graves Records and is streaming across major platforms.
The Call by Thy Legacy
]]> Thu, 17 Sep 2026 22:51:49 -0500 https://metaldevastationradio.com/thebeast/blog/29415/day-40-first-world-appetite-cthulhu-dreamt-nomadic-narwhal-broadslab-iron-wings-riftpatrol-and-eaten-by-sharks-featured https://metaldevastationradio.com/thebeast/blog/29415
METAL DEVASTATION PR CLIENTS FEATURED IN DECIBEL MAGAZINE ISSUE 264

Eight Current MDPR Clients Featured in the Monthly Recommendations Ad, While Former Client Accursed Womb Also Earns Album Review Coverage

September 17, 2026 — Metal Devastation PR is proud to announce that eight current clients are featured in the latest issue of Decibel Magazine , Issue 264, through the publication's monthly Recommendations section.
The half-page Metal Devastation PR Recommendations advertisement showcases Day 40, First World Appetite, Cthulhu Dreamt, Nomadic Narwhal, Broadslab, Iron Wings, Riftpatrol, and Eaten By Sharks , bringing a diverse collection of independent metal and heavy music projects before Decibel's international readership.
The issue also features a review of Hymns Of Blasphemous Fornication , the new album from Accursed Womb , a former Metal Devastation PR client. Seeing a former client continue to land major coverage is another meaningful connection between MDPR's past campaigns and the artists' continued growth.
THE EIGHT CURRENT MDPR CLIENTS FEATURED

DAY 40
London metal force Day 40 recently released their full-length album Phenomenon , along with the new single and official music video "Lunar Enigma." Following previous singles including "Tunguska" and "Tyrant of Syracuse" featuring Kris Norris, the band continues developing a cinematic modern metal sound built around precision, atmosphere, melody, and controlled intensity.
FIRST WORLD APPETITE
Dutch industrial alt-metal project First World Appetite recently earned coverage from BraveWords for the official lyric video for "Silence Of God" featuring DIFFY. The track appears on the project's latest full-length album, Angel Shades Demise , which combines industrial aggression, nu-metal weight, dark electronic textures, and cinematic atmosphere.
CTHULHU DREAMT
Cthulhu Dreamt is a cinematic metal project built around a larger creative universe exploring themes of loss, fear, depression, and confronting forces larger than ourselves. The project incorporates metal, progressive elements, cinematic soundscapes, and original music created for its TTRPG world, including its expanding collection of soundtrack and encounter releases.
NOMADIC NARWHAL
Cinematic metal project Nomadic Narwhal recently released "Call of the Current" via Seaborne Records. The new single represents a more personal and emotionally direct side of founder Jesse Beisner's work, blending progressive, symphonic, cinematic, and rock elements while moving beyond the project's earlier oceanic mythology.
BROADSLAB
North Carolina's self-described "Hellacious Soul Metal" outfit Broadslab recently unleashed the official video for "Leslie," a track from their latest album The Fifth Essence , released through Electric Desert Records. The psychedelic visual was filmed at the Ancient Gallery with filmmaker Garret Barefoot of BlackPlate Productions.
IRON WINGS
Latvian heavy/thrash metal force Iron Wings released their full-length album Alpha & Omega earlier this year. Formed in Riga in 2016, the band combines classic heavy metal melody with aggressive thrash precision, delivering an 11-track record built around sharp riffs, forceful vocals, pounding drums, and themes of frustration, resistance, and the turbulent modern world.
RIFTPATROL
Dark cinematic rock project Riftpatrol continues expanding its interconnected multimedia universe with the single "DIVIDE" featuring Andreas Würth. The project combines alternative rock, gothic influences, modern metal, cinematic soundscapes, visual art, and narrative storytelling into an evolving world centered around fractured realities, mystery, emotion, and human connection.
EATEN BY SHARKS
Canadian extreme metal force Eaten By Sharks previously made a major appearance through Decibel Magazine's exclusive full-album premiere of their record The Undertow of Hate . Released through CDN Records , the album combines progressive death metal, deathcore, groove, technical precision, polyrhythmic elements, and nautical horror themes. The Decibel premiere gave readers an exclusive opportunity to hear the album ahead of its July 2026 release.
A FORMER CLIENT RETURNS TO THE PAGES

Also appearing in Issue 264 is Accursed Womb , whose new album Hymns Of Blasphemous Fornication receives a review in the magazine.
For Metal Devastation PR, the appearance is particularly meaningful as Accursed Womb is a former MDPR client . The band's continued presence in major metal media demonstrates the lasting connections and momentum that can continue beyond an individual promotional campaign.
MORE INSIDE DECIBEL ISSUE 264

The latest issue of Decibel Magazine features Chat Pile on the cover and includes a wide range of additional content for metal fans.
Issue 264 includes an exclusive limited-edition SULACO flexi disc featuring Godflesh, Anthrax, Mastodon, and Russian Circles , along with coverage of Fire in the Mountains 2026 and a Decibel Hall of Fame feature examining the making of Agalloch's Ashes Against the Grain .
The issue also features Green Lung, Street Tombs, Black Door, Castle, Sněť , and more.
For Metal Devastation PR, having eight current clients represented in the Recommendations section while a former client also appears elsewhere in the same issue makes Issue 264 a particularly significant edition for the independent artists connected to the company.
Metal Devastation PR continues its mission of connecting independent and emerging heavy music with established media outlets and audiences around the world.
Major Metal Media. Real Coverage. Worldwide Exposure.
ABOUT METAL DEVASTATION PR

Metal Devastation PR is an independent, family-owned metal publicity and promotional company powered by Metal Devastation Radio. Founded in 2013, MDPR works with metal artists from around the world, providing press campaigns, media outreach, radio exposure, promotional support, and advertising opportunities.
The company does not manage bands, book tours, or require contracts or exclusivity. Its focus is straightforward: helping independent metal artists get their music in front of real media, radio, and metal audiences.
For press inquiries, promotional information, or campaign details:
Metal Devastation PR
zach@metaldevastationradio.com
Grab a copy of the magazine here at this link: https://store.decibelmagazine.com/collections/back-issues/products/october-2026-264
]]> Thu, 17 Sep 2026 11:01:59 -0500 https://metaldevastationradio.com/thebeast/blog/29414/phenomy-announces-new-single-death-may-die-for-october-2-2026 https://metaldevastationradio.com/thebeast/blog/29414


PHENOMY ANNOUNCES NEW SINGLE “DEATH MAY DIE” FOR OCTOBER 2, 2026

Lebanese metal band draws on destruction, survival, and the possibility of resurrection with a powerful new single

LEBANON | September 2026 | Lebanese metal band Phenomy will release their new single “Death May Die” on October 2, 2026 , delivering a dark and evocative piece inspired by the relentless cycle of destruction, survival, and rebirth.
For Lebanon, death is not an abstract idea. It is something woven into generations of experience, where lives and communities have endured falling, fracturing, rebuilding, and rising again from the ruins. “Death May Die” draws from that reality and transforms it into a broader reflection on resilience and the human capacity to survive even when everything appears lost.
At the heart of the song is the idea that nothing is necessarily permanent, not even death itself. Beneath the wreckage, something can remain alive: a pulse, a memory, a spark of hope. As long as that pulse survives, the possibility of resurrection remains.
Musically, Phenomy channels these themes through a heavy metal framework that gives the song a sense of darkness and tension while leaving room for its underlying message of endurance to emerge.
“Death May Die” will be released worldwide on October 2, 2026 .
Listen / Pre-Save

https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/phenomy/death-may-die?ref=release
About Phenomy

Phenomy is a Lebanese metal band whose music reflects the darkness, intensity, and resilience found within their surroundings. With “Death May Die,” the band turns a deeply familiar cycle of destruction and survival into a statement about the possibility of rising again.
For fans of: Heavy, dark, and emotionally driven metal.
Release Details

Artist: Phenomy
Single: Death May Die
Release Date: October 2, 2026
Genre: Metal
Origin: Lebanon

Connect: 
https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/phenomy/death-may-die
https://www.facebook.com/Phenomyofficial
https://www.instagram.com/phenomyofficial
https://www.phenomyofficial.com/
Contact: phenomyband@gmail.com
]]> Thu, 17 Sep 2026 10:14:30 -0500 https://metaldevastationradio.com/thebeast/blog/29413/portals-of-the-tomb-guard-unleash-the-dark-world-of-kurio-with-new-album-seasons-of-hell https://metaldevastationradio.com/thebeast/blog/29413 PORTALS OF THE TOMB GUARD UNLEASH THE DARK WORLD OF KURIO WITH NEW ALBUM SEASONS OF HELL
Heavy Metal Outfit Explores Demonic Realms, Afterlife Concepts and the Dark Corridors of Humanity on New Full-Length Album

Heavy metal outfit Portals of the Tomb Guard officially open the gates to a world where death is only the beginning with the release of their new full-length album, Seasons of Hell , available now.
Built around heavy metal foundations and a sprawling conceptual mythology, Seasons of Hell takes listeners deep into the strange and sinister world of Kurio , the curious one who serves as the central figure throughout the band's evolving narrative. Through Kurio's journey, Portals of the Tomb Guard explores the darker corridors of human existence, the afterlife, demonic realms, rebellion against corrupt powers, and the mysterious forces responsible for designing and shaping worlds beyond our own.


“Kurio is everywhere.”


The origins of Portals of the Tomb Guard began simply enough. What started as a group of musicians meeting every week to jam for fun gradually developed into the possibility of creating something much larger. Drummer, guitarist, vocalist, and longtime musician Morgan Heck joined forces with Steven Eddie , whose background and conceptual approach helped establish the project's lyrical and musical direction.
When Eddie and Heck entered the studio, the project initially evolved under two separate identities, Portals of the Damned and Tomb Guard . As the music and mythology continued to develop, the two entities eventually merged into one, giving birth to Portals of the Tomb Guard .
At the heart of that evolution was Kurio.
Curious and relentless, Kurio travels through a world filled with darkness, confronting the Kings of Theron , figures representing selfish rulers and established powers, while experiencing concepts surrounding death, the demonic world and realities beyond the known. His journey eventually leads toward the mysterious Inbetwixt , entities gifted with the ability to understand and conquer the puzzles of existence, becoming builders of puzzles and ultimately builders of worlds.
Seasons of Hell serves as another chapter in that expanding universe.
With Steven Eddie handling vocals and guitars, Morgan Heck contributing drums, vocals and guitars, David Lammons on bass, and Cameron Brown on keyboards, Portals of the Tomb Guard combine a traditional heavy metal foundation with theatrical darkness and a growing conceptual narrative.
The album was produced and recorded by Steven Eddie at Hard Wall Studios / Bee Cave Records , with mixing and mastering handled by Rick Greenwood of Geneva Post Audio .
And this chapter is far from the end.
With the band's lineup now established and a new project already underway, Portals of the Tomb Guard are preparing to delve even deeper into the world of Kurio, expanding the mythology and continuing the journey through the realms that exist beyond the familiar.
For those willing to step through the portal, Seasons of Hell is now open.
Portals of the Tomb Guard
Seasons of Hell
Released September 8, 2026
For Fans Of: Black Sabbath, Marilyn Manson, AC/DC
Seasons of Hell by Portals of the Tomb Guard

Connect With Portals of the Tomb Guard


https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61589986756352
https://www.youtube.com/@PortalsoftheTombGuard
https://portalsofthetombguard.bandcamp.com/album/seasons-of-hell
https://www.instagram.com/portals_of_the_tomb_guard/
Press Contact:
Steven Eddie
crypticveil@gmail.com]]> Thu, 17 Sep 2026 09:45:39 -0500 https://metaldevastationradio.com/thebeast/blog/29412/what-weapons-bring-war-unleash-crown-of-blood-featuring-devin-swank-of-sanguisugabogg https://metaldevastationradio.com/thebeast/blog/29412
Connecticut Death Metal Outfit Builds Toward October Release of Crown of Blood / Noose Rot

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Connecticut death metal outfit What Weapons Bring War have unleashed their latest single, “Crown of Blood,” featuring Devin Swank of Sanguisugabogg , delivering a brutal and psychologically charged descent into nihilism, human agency, and the consequences of choice.
Released September 10, 2026, “Crown of Blood” serves as the first chapter of What Weapons Bring War's upcoming two-song digi-pack EP, Crown of Blood / Noose Rot , now scheduled for release October 5, 2026 .
“Crown of Blood” presents a reimagining of the death of God at the hands of one man, then turns its attention toward the aftermath. Having confronted his choices and discovered the immense power and agency he possesses, the protagonist is left to reckon with what that realization means.
Rather than offering easy answers, What Weapons Bring War plunge directly into the existential fallout.
The song paints a bleak and nihilistic portrait of humanity while challenging listeners to consider some of existence's deepest questions: What gives life meaning? What happens when passion becomes obsession? How much agency does an individual truly possess, and what are the consequences of discovering that power?
Caught somewhere between revelation and destruction, “Crown of Blood” exists within a “bloodlust surreal,” where violence, existence, and meaning become increasingly difficult to separate.
The track features Devin Swank of Sanguisugabogg , bringing additional death metal firepower to What Weapons Bring War's latest assault.
The accompanying music video premiered through Slam Worldwide on September 10 , coinciding with the single's release and providing a visual counterpart to the track's dark conceptual foundation.
Now, What Weapons Bring War are using the weeks ahead to build momentum toward the full release of Crown of Blood / Noose Rot . The two-song digi-pack EP will arrive October 5, 2026 , giving the band and label additional time to expand the campaign and complete new visual material, including an upcoming visualizer.
With “Crown of Blood,” What Weapons Bring War aren't interested in offering comfortable answers. They leave the listener standing in the wreckage, staring directly into the consequences of choice, power, mortality, and existence.
The bloodlust has only begun.
“Crown of Blood” featuring Devin Swank of Sanguisugabogg is out now.

Crown of Blood / Noose Rot
Two-song digi-pack EP
October 5, 2026
WHAT WEAPONS BRING WAR

Death Metal | Connecticut, USA
“Crown of Blood” featuring Devin Swank of Sanguisugabogg
Released September 10, 2026
Music Video: Premiered via Slam Worldwide, September 10, 2026

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https://www.instagram.com/whatweaponsbringwar
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Contact: whatweaponsbringwar@gmail.com]]> Thu, 17 Sep 2026 09:06:42 -0500 https://metaldevastationradio.com/thebeast/blog/29411/red-vinter-sink-the-summer-with-festival-spectacles-radio-support-and-live-crushing https://metaldevastationradio.com/thebeast/blog/29411
Minnesota Doom/Death Metal Force Continues Momentum Behind Ghost In The Fog

St. Paul, Minnesota – Minnesota doom/death metal force Red Vinter are keeping the underground burning with a summer run of festival appearances, international radio support, and growing attention surrounding their latest full-length album, Ghost In The Fog .
Following the release of Ghost In The Fog , Red Vinter have been taking the album's crushing combination of doom, death metal, and industrial darkness to stages across the Midwest. The band recently delivered a set at Northern Wisconsin Metalfest , and now a live video clip from the performance captures Red Vinter bringing the full weight of their sound to the festival stage.
The live footage arrives on the heels of another standout festival appearance at Sparta Metal Fest on August 22nd , where Red Vinter's set was described as "massively crushing." The performance made such an impression that the band was immediately invited back for the 5th Annual Sparta Metal Fest .


While the band's live presence continues to grow, Ghost In The Fog is also finding its way into metal radio programming on both sides of the Atlantic.
The track "Swampflesh" has been spotlighted by High Speed Hangover , a metal radio show based in London, bringing Red Vinter's swampy, crushing brand of doom/death to an international audience.
Listen to the High Speed Hangover episode featuring "Swampflesh":
https://podomatic.com/podcasts/high-speed-hangover/episodes/2026-08-30T10_27_20-07_00
Meanwhile, "Kill The Sun" , also from Ghost In The Fog , has received spotlight treatment from Here There Be Dragons , the metal radio show on KMSU .
With multiple tracks from the new album now receiving radio attention and the band continuing to land festival appearances, Red Vinter are steadily expanding the reach of Ghost In The Fog while building their reputation onstage.
Recorded at the legendary 14:59 Studios in Minneapolis , Ghost In The Fog was co-produced by vocalist/bassist Mike Bullock and engineer Will Maravelas , continuing the creative partnership established on Red Vinter's debut release, Lumbering Menace .
Across eight tracks, Ghost In The Fog delivers massive riffs, bleak atmosphere, death metal brutality, and industrial influence, creating a sound that is as punishing as it is immersive.
The album has also received praise from Frank Rini of Teeth of the Divine , who highlighted Red Vinter's doom/death foundation alongside influences from Winter, Skin Chamber, and Godflesh , ultimately describing Ghost In The Fog as the band's "best release" and praising its memorable, heavy songwriting.
Now, with live festival footage surfacing and tracks from Ghost In The Fog continuing to receive airplay, Red Vinter are proving that the record was built for more than headphones. It was built to be played loud.
LISTEN TO GHOST IN THE FOG

https://redvinter.bandcamp.com/album/ghost-in-the-fog
READ THE TEETH OF THE DIVINE REVIEW

https://www.teethofthedivine.com/reviews/red-vinter-ghost-in-the-fog/
RED VINTER

Doom / Death Metal
St. Paul, Minnesota
Ghost In The Fog is available now.

https://redvinter.bandcamp.com/album/ghost-in-the-fog


For more information, music, and updates, visit:
https://redvinter.com ]]> Thu, 17 Sep 2026 08:44:02 -0500 https://metaldevastationradio.com/thebeast/blog/29410/templum-silva-challenge-the-acceptance-of-suffering-on-new-album-to-leave-behind-the-given https://metaldevastationradio.com/thebeast/blog/29410 TEMPLUM SILVA CHALLENGE THE ACCEPTANCE OF SUFFERING ON NEW ALBUM TO LEAVE BEHIND THE GIVEN
Bulgarian Metal Project Delivers a Philosophical Collision of Melodic Death, Progressive, and Post-Metal

Templum Silva invite listeners to question the realities they have been taught to simply accept with the release of their new album, To Leave Behind the Given , released August 20, 2026. Blending melodic death metal, progressive metal, and post-metal , the album presents a dark and introspective exploration of suffering, despair, existence, and the human tendency to rationalize the circumstances of life.
Written and recorded entirely by Yovan Parlikov , To Leave Behind the Given is built around a conceptual framework and additional lyrics contributed by Denislav Nedyalkov . Rather than treating suffering and misery as unavoidable components of some predetermined universal order, Templum Silva challenge the idea that human beings should simply accept the uglier aspects of existence because they are considered necessary or inevitable.
The album's central philosophy confronts a familiar human tendency: to explain difficult events by convincing ourselves that they happened for a reason, or that things unfolded exactly as they were supposed to. While such thinking can provide a sense of order, To Leave Behind the Given questions whether accepting that supposed order actually allows us to overcome suffering, or simply teaches us to swallow it.
"Reality is not a shared totality and is not predetermined by it."
That concept sits at the heart of Templum Silva's latest work. To Leave Behind the Given asks listeners to reconsider the assumptions placed upon existence and to recognize that suffering does not necessarily need to be justified simply because it exists.
Musically, the album's combination of melodic death metal, progressive elements, and post-metal atmosphere provides a fitting foundation for those themes, moving between heaviness, complexity, and darker expansive passages. The result is an album that approaches extreme metal not simply as an outlet for aggression, but as a vehicle for confronting difficult questions about existence and the ways people make peace with things they perhaps should not accept.
The album was mastered at Silent Observer Studio by Tomáš Svoboda , with artwork created by Nini Taneva .
To Leave Behind the Given Credits

Artist: Templum Silva
Album: To Leave Behind the Given
Release Date: August 20, 2026
Genre: Melodic Death / Progressive / Post-Metal
Music & Recording: Yovan Parlikov
Conceptual Framework & Additional Lyrics: Denislav Nedyalkov
Mastering: Tomáš Svoboda, Silent Observer Studio
Artwork: Nini Taneva
Listen Now

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For listeners drawn to metal that combines crushing heaviness with progressive structures, atmospheric weight, and deeper philosophical themes, To Leave Behind the Given offers an opportunity to step outside the assumptions that define existence and question what we have simply been told to accept.
To Leave Behind the Given by Templum Silva

Connect: 
Linktree:
https://linktr.ee/TemplumSilva
Contact: templumsilva@gmail.com]]> Thu, 17 Sep 2026 08:12:57 -0500 https://metaldevastationradio.com/thebeast/blog/29409/illusions-play-and-cursed-in-eternity-unite-for-bleak-two-track-split-ep-doomed https://metaldevastationradio.com/thebeast/blog/29409 ILLUSIONS PLAY AND CURSED IN ETERNITY UNITE FOR BLEAK TWO-TRACK SPLIT EP DOOMED
Istanbul and Ankara's dark metal forces trade musical and vocal roles across a haunting collaboration of doom, death, black metal and DSBM
Streaming here: https://band.link/2026doomed
Two of Türkiye's underground metal acts, Istanbul-based Illusions Play and Ankara-based Cursed in Eternity , have joined forces for Doomed , a two-track split EP that brings together atmospheric doom/death, black metal, melodic death metal and depressive suicidal black metal in a deliberately unconventional collaboration.
Released September 4, 2026, Doomed features two tracks, “Ashen Sky” and “Ash Beneath the Sun,” with each band contributing equally to the project. Rather than simply appearing alongside one another on a traditional split, Illusions Play and Cursed in Eternity created an intentional exchange of roles, with one band providing the music while the other takes on the lyrical and vocal performance. The roles are then reversed for the second track.
The result is a release where two distinct identities become intertwined, creating a bleak and immersive journey through despair, isolation, melancholy and inner decay.
ILLUSIONS PLAY
Formed in Istanbul in 2011, Illusions Play has developed a sound rooted in atmospheric doom/death metal while incorporating elements of black metal, haunting melodies and crushing heaviness. The band's music shifts between deep growls, piercing screams and ethereal vocal passages, creating an atmosphere steeped in darkness and emotional weight.
Following their second full-length album, Empire of Desolation , released in 2024, Illusions Play continued to push toward an increasingly dark and atmospheric direction.
The band has shared stages with acts including Shape of Despair, October Tide and Psychonaut 4 , while also appearing at Portals Metal Fest and Doom Over Tbilisi .
For Doomed , Illusions Play enters into a creative exchange with Cursed in Eternity, contributing one half of a collaboration built around musical and vocal role reversal.
CURSED IN ETERNITY
Formed in Ankara in 2019 , Cursed in Eternity is a doom-based DSBM project blending bleak atmospheres and melancholic songwriting with lyrics performed in both Turkish and English.
After a period of silence, the band returned with their latest studio album, Rise of Silence , released in February 2026. The album marked a new chapter for Cursed in Eternity, leading directly into the band's collaboration with Illusions Play on Doomed .
The split features “Ashen Sky” and “Ash Beneath the Sun,” continuing Cursed in Eternity's exploration of darkness, despair and emotional isolation while introducing a new collaborative dimension to their sound.
The band is also scheduled to return to the stage on October 3, 2026 , alongside October Tide and Illusions Play .
A TRUE 50/50 COLLABORATION

At its core, Doomed is a genuine 50/50 collaboration between Illusions Play and Cursed in Eternity , not a conventional guest feature.
Each band contributed equally, with the project's defining concept built around an exchange of creative roles. One band creates the music while the other handles the lyrics and vocals, before the process is reversed on the second track.
That exchange allows both groups to step outside their familiar boundaries while retaining the character of their respective sounds. The result is a two-song release that feels connected by atmosphere and intent while giving each band a distinct presence.
From the crushing weight of doom/death to the bleak atmosphere of black metal and DSBM, Doomed brings together two sides of Türkiye's underground metal landscape for a release built around darkness, collaboration and creative reciprocity.
Tracklist:


Ashen Sky
Ash Beneath the Sun

Artists: Illusions Play × Cursed in Eternity
Release: Doomed
Format: Two-Track Split EP
Release Date: September 4, 2026
Country: Türkiye
Cities: Istanbul / Ankara
Genres: Atmospheric Doom/Death • Black Metal • Melodic Death Metal • DSBM
For Fans Of: Swallow the Sun, Shining, Thy Light, Paradise Lost, Psychonaut 4
Doomed by Illusions Play, Cursed In Eternity

Connect: 
https://linktr.ee/illusionsplay
Official Contact:
Vitaliy Petrenko (Can Aydin)
illusionsplayband@gmail.com]]> Thu, 17 Sep 2026 07:51:53 -0500 https://metaldevastationradio.com/thebeast/blog/29408/chris-maragoth-revisits-his-musical-beginnings-with-cinematic-new-single-the-entrance-renascentia https://metaldevastationradio.com/thebeast/blog/29408 CHRIS MARAGOTH REVISITS HIS MUSICAL BEGINNINGS WITH CINEMATIC NEW SINGLE “THE ENTRANCE (RENASCENTIA)”
German Solo Artist Unveils First Chapter From Upcoming Album Bonds of Grief on September 25

Presave: https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/chrismaragoth/the-entrance-renascentia-feat-sanya-smileska?ref=release
Release Date: September 25, 2026
Genre: Cinematic Gothic / Symphonic Metal
For Fans Of: Apocalyptica, Dark Sanctuary, Nightwish
Location: Dessau, Germany
DESSAU, GERMANY — German solo artist Chris Maragoth is set to release The Entrance (Renascentia) on September 25, 2026, introducing the first chapter of his forthcoming album Bonds of Grief . Blending cinematic gothic and symphonic metal with baroque-inspired classical elements, the instrumental single revisits one of Maragoth’s earliest compositions and transforms it through a dramatically expanded musical vision.
Originally composed in 2019 as an instrumental piece, The Entrance (Renascentia) represents both a return to Maragoth’s musical roots and a reflection of how far his artistic approach has evolved. Rather than simply reproducing the original composition, the new version reinterprets its foundation through richer orchestration, heavier guitars, refined production and a broader dynamic range.
The track begins with the delicate interplay of harpsichord and string quartet , establishing an atmosphere steeped in classical elegance before gradually giving way to heavy guitars, sweeping orchestral arrangements and expressive live strings. Entirely instrumental, the composition allows its cinematic arrangement to carry the emotional narrative, creating a dark and immersive soundscape where gothic melancholy meets symphonic grandeur.
Adding an unmistakably human dimension to the production are returning collaborators Sanya Smileska of North Macedonia on viola and Polina Faustova of Ukraine on cello . Both musicians have previously contributed to Maragoth’s work, and their performances continue an international musical collaboration that brings warmth, depth and organic character to the orchestral arrangements.
The title itself, The Entrance (Renascentia) , reflects the song’s role within the larger project. It serves as the gateway into Bonds of Grief , an upcoming album centered around instrumental storytelling, cinematic atmosphere and emotionally driven compositions.


“Revisiting one of my earliest instrumental compositions from 2019, the new version transforms the original into a cinematic blend of gothic and symphonic metal enriched by baroque-inspired elements,” says Chris Maragoth. “It is the first single from my upcoming album Bonds of Grief .”


The single also reflects Maragoth’s deliberate commitment to traditional, human-driven artistry. The Entrance (Renascentia) was created entirely without generative AI. From composition and orchestration to recording, artwork and visual promotion, every creative decision was made by human artists, emphasizing craftsmanship, collaboration and authenticity.
Mixed and mastered by Joker Tone Studio in Minden, Germany , the new production gives the composition the clarity and scale necessary to bridge its classical foundation with the weight and atmosphere of modern gothic and symphonic metal.
With The Entrance (Renascentia) , Chris Maragoth opens the door to Bonds of Grief , offering listeners the first glimpse into a larger musical journey built on emotion, orchestration, collaboration and cinematic storytelling.
The Entrance (Renascentia) will be available September 25, 2026.

Listen / Follow Chris Maragoth

Single Landing Page:
https://song.link/CM-TheEntrance
Official Website:
https://www.maragoth.info/
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/chris_maragoth/
Media Contact:
Chris Maragoth
chris@maragoth.net ]]> Wed, 16 Sep 2026 22:56:43 -0500 https://metaldevastationradio.com/thebeast/blog/29407/black-hole-zion-unveils-new-ep-21st-century-nervous-breakdown-out-now https://metaldevastationradio.com/thebeast/blog/29407 BLACK HOLE ZION UNVEILS NEW EP 21ST CENTURY NERVOUS BREAKDOWN | OUT NOW
For Fans Of: Rob Zombie, 3TEETH, Ministry, Nine Inch Nails, Devin Townsend
Prepare for a sonic descent into a fractured reality as Black Hole Zion , the ever-evolving musical project created by Mark Benincosa , officially unleashes its latest EP, 21st Century Nervous Breakdown .
Now available worldwide, the new EP delivers a collision of crushing metal riffs, industrial electronics, cinematic atmosphere, and moments of unexpected melody. 21st Century Nervous Breakdown expands the immersive universe Black Hole Zion has been building through concept albums, soundtracks, meditation music, and heavy music, resulting in an experience that feels intensely personal, metaphysical, and eerily futuristic.
Driven by Mark's fascination with science fiction, psychology, metaphysics, altered states of consciousness, and the transformative power of surviving life's darkest moments, Black Hole Zion exists as more than just a band. It is an interconnected artistic world where every release contributes another chapter to a larger mythology.
With 21st Century Nervous Breakdown , Black Hole Zion delivers an ambitious collection of songs that seamlessly fuses heavy guitars with jagged industrial textures, pulsing electronics, and memorable hooks. The EP balances raw emotional weight with fictional storytelling, creating an experience that reflects the anxieties, isolation, and resilience of modern existence.
The EP is further brought to life through its visual component, including the music video for "The War" and the upcoming video for "I'm Carrying Poison," offering listeners an even deeper glimpse into the project's visually rich and psychologically charged universe.
Whether performing with a full band or crafting music as a solo visionary, Mark Benincosa and Black Hole Zion continue to blur the boundaries between heavy music, electronic experimentation, and cinematic storytelling, inviting listeners to lose themselves inside a world that feels unsettlingly familiar.
21st Century Nervous Breakdown is out now via self-release .
Production Credits

Produced by: Mark Benincosa
Recording & Mixing:


Mark Benincosa: All tracks except I'm Carrying Poison and I Don't Care if This Thing Crashes
Mark Poole: I'm Carrying Poison and I Don't Care if This Thing Crashes

Mastered by: Mark Benincosa
Co-Produced by: Mark Poole ( I'm Carrying Poison and I Don't Care if This Thing Crashes )
Release Date: August 3, 2026
Genre: Metal / Industrial Metal
FFO: Rob Zombie, 3TEETH, Ministry, Nine Inch Nails, Devin Townsend


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https://open.spotify.com/track/2GzsGMhyztdqyfLjEnj6ih
https://blackholezion.com
https://www.facebook.com/blackholezion
https://www.instagram.com/blackholezion/
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7lDG_o4UZ8GXAgC6RbUwdQ
https://blackholezion.bandcamp.com/
https://open.spotify.com/artist/7qF4OB2vH1TdQcWd3Pm0WJ
https://music.apple.com/us/artist/black-hole-zion/892614682
https://bsky.app/profile/blackholezion.bsky.social ]]> Wed, 16 Sep 2026 22:06:23 -0500 https://metaldevastationradio.com/thebeast/blog/29406/loudwire-features-matt-zane-in-coverage-of-ongoing-static-x-lawsuit https://metaldevastationradio.com/thebeast/blog/29406
Metal Devastation PR client Matt Zane has been featured by Loudwire in recent coverage of the ongoing legal dispute surrounding his documentary about Wayne Static and Tera Wray.
The coverage comes as Zane continues to defend his position in a lawsuit involving Static-X. Zane has stated that the case seeks more than $1 million and centers in part on disputed ownership of footage he personally filmed while working with the band.
Zane has also maintained that he never signed a work-for-hire agreement transferring ownership of his footage and that his work involved two separate documentary projects, including his own film about Wayne Static and Tera Wray.
In a recent video update, Zane discussed the case, the footage at issue, and his plans to continue moving forward with the documentary.
Metal Devastation PR would like to thank Loudwire for covering the story and providing its readers with an opportunity to learn more about the ongoing case and Zane's position.
The lawsuit remains ongoing, and the allegations and legal positions of the parties have not been finally determined by the court.
Read the Loudwire coverage and follow Matt Zane's ongoing story. https://loudwire.com/static-x-sue-matt-zicari-zane/

More details here: https://metaldevastationradio.com/thebeast/blog/29405/matt-zane-provides-update-on-1-million-static-x-lawsuit-over-wayne-static-documentary ]]> Tue, 15 Sep 2026 11:37:12 -0500 https://metaldevastationradio.com/thebeast/blog/29405/matt-zane-provides-update-on-1-million-static-x-lawsuit-over-wayne-static-documentary https://metaldevastationradio.com/thebeast/blog/29405 MATT ZANE PROVIDES UPDATE ON $1 MILLION+ STATIC-X LAWSUIT OVER WAYNE STATIC DOCUMENTARY

Filmmaker says ongoing legal dispute centers on ownership of footage, an alleged two-film agreement, and his efforts to complete an unauthorized documentary about Wayne Static and Tera Wray

LOS ANGELES, CA — September 15, 2026 — Filmmaker Matt Zane has released a new video providing an update on the ongoing legal dispute between himself and Static-X concerning his planned documentary about the late Static-X frontman Wayne Static and his wife, Tera Wray.
According to Zane, the lawsuit seeks more than $1 million in damages and centers primarily on copyright claims involving footage he personally filmed during his work with Static-X.
Zane disputes the band's claims regarding ownership of that footage. He says he never signed a work-for-hire agreement or another contract transferring ownership of his footage to Static-X.
"I never signed a work for hire agreement or any other contract to relinquish my ownership of the footage," Zane says in his latest video update.
A central part of Zane's position is his claim that his work with Static-X involved two separate documentary projects. According to Zane, one project was intended to be a film involving Static-X, while the second was his own documentary focusing on Wayne Static and Tera Wray.
Zane says he repeatedly attempted to formalize the arrangement through a written agreement but that those efforts were postponed. He also says communications with Static-X management support his account that the second documentary project was known to members of the band's organization.
"The facts are the facts, and I can back them up," Zane states.
Zane also addresses the scope of the copyright dispute. He says his documentary has not yet been released and that the current dispute involves less than 15 minutes of footage that he has publicly posted online.
According to Zane, the completed documentary has not been made available to the opposing side, and he believes the litigation is also an effort to prevent him from completing and releasing the film.
While confident in his position, Zane acknowledges that the outcome of the case remains uncertain.
"I don't necessarily think that it's an open and shut case," he says. "But obviously I have to try because the facts are the facts and I can back them up."
The case is expected to proceed to a jury trial. Zane says he intends to continue defending his position and moving forward with the documentary.
"Full steam ahead," Zane says.
The lawsuit remains pending, and the allegations, defenses, and legal positions of the parties have not been finally determined by the court. The statements above regarding the dispute represent Zane's account and position in the litigation.
Watch Matt Zane's full video update:
https://www.instagram.com/reel/DdPN34VvOp2/
ABOUT MATT ZANE

Matt Zane is a filmmaker, musician, photographer, and longtime figure in the industrial metal and alternative music scene. His current documentary project examines the life and legacy of Wayne Static and his relationship with Tera Wray.
MEDIA CONTACT

Metal Devastation PR
Zach Moonshine
zach@metaldevastationradio.com
https://metaldevastationradio.com/]]> Tue, 15 Sep 2026 11:16:59 -0500 https://metaldevastationradio.com/thebeast/blog/29404/myhrding-return-with-new-ep-echoes-from-the-past-september-25-through-downfall-records https://metaldevastationradio.com/thebeast/blog/29404
MYHRDING RETURN WITH NEW EP “ECHOES FROM THE PAST” SEPTEMBER 25 THROUGH DOWNFALL RECORDS

Swedish black metal veterans draw from Nordic tradition, history, darkness and melancholy on their latest release

Swedish black metal veterans Myhrding will return on September 25, 2026, with their new EP, “Echoes from the Past,” through Downfall Records . Nearly two decades after forming in the deep, dark woods of Sweden, the band continues to forge a distinctly Nordic form of black metal rooted in Swedish history, folklore, anger, sorrow and melancholy.
Formed in 2006 , Myhrding have spent the past 20 years developing their own interpretation of the Nordic black metal tradition. Rather than simply looking toward the past, the band channels the atmosphere and spirit of Sweden's darker history into music that feels both ancient and fiercely alive.
“Echoes from the Past” features five tracks that explore themes of death, history, destruction, humanity and the inevitable darkness that surrounds it all. The EP opens with “The Genesis of Death” , followed by “Småland,” “Echoes from the Past,” “Ruins of Mankind,” and “Den Slutgiltliga Striden.”
The new release continues a discography that stretches back to the band's 2008 debut demo , followed by the 2011 Myhrding Mini-CD , 2012's “A Legacy Of Shadows,” 2014's “Nordens Mörkaste Kapitel,” and 2016's “1350.” With “Echoes from the Past,” Myhrding add another chapter to a catalog built on the raw, atmospheric spirit of Swedish black metal.
At its core, Myhrding's music is driven by a combination of anger, sadness, melancholy and folklore , creating a sound and atmosphere aimed squarely at listeners who appreciate black metal with deep roots in Nordic tradition.
“Echoes from the Past” Track Listing:

The Genesis of Death
Småland
Echoes from the Past
Ruins of Mankind
Den Slutgiltliga Striden
Myhrding:

T. Bergström – Drums, Vocals
J. Thelander – Bass
A. Green – Guitars
D. Jonasson – Guitars
Myhrding – “Echoes from the Past”
Release Date: September 25, 2026
Label: Downfall Records
Catalog Number: FALLCD065
Origin: Sweden
Style: Black Metal
For nearly 20 years, Myhrding have remained connected to the darker side of Sweden's musical and historical heritage. With “Echoes from the Past,” that tradition continues.

Listen, follow, and learn more about Myhrding through Downfall Records:
https://www.downfallrecords.com/myhrding-swe/
https://www.facebook.com/Myhrding/ ]]> Tue, 15 Sep 2026 10:42:18 -0500 https://metaldevastationradio.com/thebeast/blog/29403/who-will-rise-as-this-weeks-champion-on-the-mdr-battle-of-the-bands-09-15-26-09-18-26 https://metaldevastationradio.com/thebeast/blog/29403
🔥 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!
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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 !
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]]> Tue, 15 Sep 2026 09:13:32 -0500 https://metaldevastationradio.com/thebeast/blog/29402/blind-illusions-mark-biedermann-looks-back-on-five-decades-of-bay-area-metal-les-claypool-cliff-burton-blue-oyster-cult-a https://metaldevastationradio.com/thebeast/blog/29402
Guitarist Mark Biedermann joins The Zach Moonshine Show for a wide-ranging conversation covering The Sane Asylum , David White, Les Claypool, Kirk Hammett, Cliff Burton, Sandy Pearlman, Blue Öyster Cult, the Bay Area metal scene, Hectic Records, Crushing the Universe , and the upcoming STAGE FLIGHT: Live At The UC Theatre

By Metal Devastation Radio
Few bands can claim a history as strange, unpredictable, and deeply connected to the roots of the Bay Area metal scene as Blind Illusion .
Formed in 1978, the band has spent nearly five decades moving through progressive metal, technical thrash, psychedelic experimentation and everything in between. At the center of that history is guitarist Mark Biedermann , whose career has crossed paths with some of the most important musicians and bands in heavy music.
During a recent appearance on The Zach Moonshine Show , Biedermann opened up about Blind Illusion's upcoming live album, the return of original vocalist David White , the band's younger current lineup, his work with Les Claypool , Kirk Hammett , Sandy Pearlman and Blue Öyster Cult , and one particularly remarkable story involving his longtime friend Cliff Burton .
The conversation also offered a glimpse into the next chapter of Blind Illusion, with the studio album Crushing the Universe already recorded and the band looking toward future European and U.S. festival appearances.
“THIS, I GUARANTEE YOU, IS 100% LIVE”

The immediate subject of the conversation was Blind Illusion's upcoming live release, STAGE FLIGHT: Live At The UC Theatre .
The album originated during preparations for what became the band's reunion performance with Exodus. Biedermann explained that David White , Blind Illusion's original vocalist, contacted him while the band was working on pre-production for Crushing the Universe .
“Dave White contacted me,” Biedermann recalled. “Lee contacted him and said would we do a reunion show with Exodus?”
The band quickly shifted gears and began revisiting material from its early years, including songs from the Trilogy of Terror era, the Blind Sun demo and “Smash The Crystal,” one of the final songs White performed before leaving Blind Illusion to join Heathen.
Rather than attempting to recreate the band's past with a lineup made entirely of former members, Biedermann chose to bring his current musicians into the equation.
That lineup includes guitarist Martine Lacour , drummer Phil Costantini and bassist Avery Thurman .
“I've got the band of young crazies that are just amazing,” Biedermann said, praising the musicians for capturing the spirit of Blind Illusion's early years despite their age.
The UC Theatre performance was recorded by engineer Ivan Garcia , who connected the band's stage microphones to Pro Tools and captured the performance from the board. Biedermann subsequently handled the mixing, working with Costantini on the drum and bass tones before blending the guitars and vocals himself.
And Biedermann was emphatic about one thing: there were no studio overdubs used to fake the performance.
“So it's a pure live album,” he explained.
He later put it even more directly:


“This, I guarantee you, is 100% live.”


That old-school approach is clearly important to Biedermann, particularly in an era where live records can sometimes be heavily altered after the fact.
DAVID WHITE RETURNS

One of the most significant elements of STAGE FLIGHT is the presence of original Blind Illusion vocalist David White .
Biedermann explained that White's involvement made the performance something of a historical anomaly, particularly because “Smash The Crystal” was among the last songs White sang with the band before departing for Heathen.
Biedermann said he would love to perform the material with White again, even discussing the possibility of a short European run built around the reunion.
For now, however, Blind Illusion will continue forward with its current lineup while White continues his work with Heathen.
THE NEXT CHAPTER: CRUSHING THE UNIVERSE

While STAGE FLIGHT looks backward, Blind Illusion is already looking forward.
Biedermann revealed that the band's next studio album, Crushing the Universe , has already been recorded.
The album is being produced, engineered and mixed by former Blind Illusion bassist Tom Gears , who Biedermann says has played a major role in shaping the sound of the new record.
“He's the whole reason why we are sounding like this on this new album, Crushing the Universe ,” Biedermann said.
Gears also co-wrote “Automatic Man” with Biedermann, a track featuring what Biedermann describes as one of Martine Lacour's most outrageous guitar performances.
Biedermann compared Lacour's playing to John McLaughlin, Uli Jon Roth and Al Di Meola , saying the young guitarist is capable of taking the material into territory even Biedermann himself cannot always follow.
“If you call what I do shredding,” Biedermann joked, “there's got to be another word for what Martine does.”
He also revealed that the new version of “Concerto” will appear on Crushing the Universe , this time without keyboards.
LES CLAYPOOL WAS BLIND ILLUSION'S FIRST BASS PLAYER

Perhaps one of the most fascinating portions of the conversation centered around Les Claypool .
Long before Primus, before Frizzle Fry , before the massive bass-playing reputation, Claypool was a young musician learning the instrument in Blind Illusion.
According to Biedermann, Claypool became one of the band's first bass players in 1978.
“He didn't know how to play,” Biedermann explained.
The arrangement was simple: Claypool would get a bass, join the band and Biedermann would teach him the material.
“The deal was you get a bass, you join my band, I will teach you how to play my songs, and then you will be the greatest bass player in the world someday.”
That prediction didn't exactly age badly.
Claypool eventually left to pursue jazz and fusion, but the relationship between the two musicians continued. Claypool later contacted Biedermann looking for someone to play fusion guitar with him, leading to a project called Sons of Illusion .
Biedermann also pointed to Blind Illusion recordings as containing some of the earliest known recordings of Claypool.
The Ultimate Anthology material includes the “Deathbed Kamikaze” demo, with Biedermann stating that the first two tracks feature Claypool on bass.
“And that is the earliest recordings you will ever get of Les Claypool,” Biedermann said.
Claypool eventually returned to Blind Illusion for The Sane Asylum , helping reconnect the band's original history with its 1988 debut.
KIRK HAMMETT AND THE SANE ASYLUM

The history surrounding The Sane Asylum is equally remarkable.
Biedermann confirmed that Kirk Hammett was involved with the album's production.
According to Biedermann, Hammett produced the record through the mixing stage, although the production arrangement ultimately prevented him from completing the mixing process with the band.
“Kirk Hammett produced The Sane Asylum up to the mixed point,” Biedermann said.
The result was an album that captured Blind Illusion's unique place in the Bay Area scene, while featuring musicians who would go on to become major figures in metal.
THE LOST YEARS AND BLIND ILLUSION'S WEIRD SIDE

Blind Illusion's history wasn't always about straight-ahead thrash.
Biedermann discussed a period when the band moved into considerably stranger territory, incorporating keyboards, psychedelic influences and experimental material.
He explained that the Bay Area scene had begun changing dramatically after thrash exploded, with funk metal and alternative sounds gaining ground.
Bands such as Primus, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Jane's Addiction, Testament, Exodus and Death Angel all came up during the conversation.
Biedermann described a period when Blind Illusion's musicians were essentially caught between worlds.
“The players that wanted to play couldn't play the stuff and the players that could play it didn't want to play,” he explained.
“That is how that weird ass hippie the lost years Blind Illusion came about.”
That experimental side of Blind Illusion remains part of the band's DNA, with Biedermann planning to revisit “Concerto” on Crushing the Universe .
SANDY PEARLMAN, BLUE ÖYSTER CULT, JOE SATRIANI AND ROBBIE KRIEGER

Biedermann's history extends well beyond Blind Illusion.
During the interview, he discussed his involvement with Sandy Pearlman and the world surrounding Blue Öyster Cult , including work connected to Imaginos .
That experience also brought him into contact with legendary musicians including Robbie Krieger of The Doors and Joe Satriani .
Biedermann recalled playing rhythm guitar and guitar parts on the Imaginos material, including the Imaginos material surrounding ‘Magna Evolution,’ with Robbie Krieger also contributing to the recording.
He also discussed playing on “The Siege and Investiture of Baron von Frankenstein's Castle at Sea,” a song that later generated an amusing misunderstanding online.
When Biedermann discovered a fan had praised what they believed was Joe Satriani's guitar work as some of Satriani's best playing, he eventually revealed that the solo being praised was actually his.
“And I should know because I'm Mark Biedermann,” he recalled.
Rather than taking offense at the mistake, Biedermann took it as a compliment.
“That's the greatest compliment that you would think my work was Joe's best work,” he said.
“I AM NOT AI”

The conversation eventually turned toward modern music culture and the changing relationship between musicians and their audiences.
Biedermann talked about social media, younger metal fans and the increasingly strong backlash against artificial intelligence-generated artwork.
He pointed out that his own song “Automatic Man” contains the line:


“I am the automatic man. I am not AI.”


According to Biedermann, the line was written years before the current AI debate exploded, but now carries an entirely different weight. His young bassist Avery Thurman also sings the line with him.
Biedermann praised the younger generation for being outspoken and unapologetic about what they expect from metal.
He also highlighted Thurman's social media presence, noting that the young bassist regularly posts performances of songs by Metallica, Megadeth and other major metal acts, sometimes pulling in thousands of views.
For Biedermann, that connection between the old guard and the new generation is one of the most encouraging things happening around Blind Illusion.
“WE'RE LIKE ONE OF THE LAST MEN STANDING”

Biedermann acknowledged that Blind Illusion doesn't occupy the same commercial tier as Metallica, Exodus, Testament or Death Angel.
But he also made it clear that the band's place in Bay Area metal history cannot simply be erased.
“I'm almost like one of the last men standing,” Biedermann said, pointing to the surviving bands from that original scene.
He sees the current generation of Blind Illusion musicians as carrying that history forward.
“As far as I'm concerned, you know, I'm going to be around for another 20 years playing this stuff,” he said.
“But if I kick the bucket, I expect them to carry on.”
That philosophy seems to define the band's current era. Blind Illusion isn't simply attempting to recreate 1988. The goal is to keep moving while preserving the spirit that made the band unique in the first place.
THE CLIFF BURTON STORY

Then came perhaps the most unexpected story of the interview.
Biedermann recalled a conversation with Cliff Burton outside Ruthie's in the Bay Area.
According to Biedermann, Burton approached him with an unusual proposition.
“Hey, Biedermann, I want to play some Southern rock with you.”
Burton had apparently heard the country-influenced guitar lines in Biedermann's playing and wanted to form a Southern rock project influenced by bands such as Lynyrd Skynyrd and ZZ Top .
Biedermann said Burton wanted to return to smaller clubs and play Southern rock when Metallica was off the road.
The two musicians actually jammed together several times, including a performance at Ruthie's where they played “Am I Evil?”
Biedermann also recalled another jam involving Burton, including Southern rock material and “Give Me Three Steps.”
But then Burton left on tour with Metallica.
“He took off on that tour and he never came back,” Biedermann said.
“So that was a bummer.”
Years later, Biedermann formed Ghost Kings , a Southern rock, blues and bluegrass project that he considers partially inspired by Burton's unrealized idea.
The description?
“It's like Johnny Cash meets Led Zeppelin.”
The project even featured original Blind Illusion drummer Brett Hearn at one point.
FROM THE BEATLES TO BRUCE LEE

Biedermann's influences aren't limited to metal.
He cited The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, Deep Purple, Black Sabbath, Blue Öyster Cult, Steve Morse, John McLaughlin, Uli Jon Roth, Al Di Meola, Jerry Reed and Roy Clark among his musical influences.
But perhaps more unusual is the influence of martial arts.
Biedermann began studying Kung Fu at the age of eight and described Bruce Lee as being as important to his development as his musical heroes.
He eventually performed Shaolin Kung Fu on the Great Wall of China and explained that Chinese philosophy and martial arts have also influenced his songwriting and Blind Illusion's music.
Biedermann specifically connected the title Crushing the Universe to a movement within a Taiji set, explaining that elements of ancient Chinese Kung Fu philosophy and mysticism have found their way into his music and lyrics.
“Bruce Lee was as big an influence to me as Uli Roth,” Biedermann said.
It's another example of why Blind Illusion has never fit neatly inside one box.
HECTIC RECORDS AND THE BAY AREA CONNECTION

Blind Illusion's current relationship with Hectic Records also represents a return to the band's Bay Area roots.
Biedermann described the connection as essentially a “no brainer,” particularly after seeing friends and other Bay Area musicians working with the label.
Will Carroll of Death Angel has been heavily involved with Hectic Records, and Biedermann praised Carroll's hands-on approach to promoting the label's artists.
Rather than relying solely on traditional distribution, Carroll has been personally taking Hectic releases into record stores while touring with Death Angel.
Biedermann said that personal connection is one of the things that makes Hectic special.
For a band with nearly five decades of history in the Bay Area, it is fitting that the next chapter is once again being built alongside musicians and people from the same community.
EUROPE, U.S. FESTIVALS AND WHAT COMES NEXT

Blind Illusion has already toured Europe multiple times, and Biedermann made it clear that the band wants to return.
Former Blind Illusion bassist Harold  is now interested in helping with management and European festival bookings.
Biedermann specifically named Alcatraz , Headbangers Open Air and Storm Crusher among the festivals he'd love to return to.
But Europe isn't the only target.
Biedermann also issued a direct invitation to American festival promoters.
“We want to play some festivals in the US,” he said, specifically mentioning events such as Hell's Heroes and Milwaukee Metal Fest .
And with STAGE FLIGHT arriving first and Crushing the Universe expected to follow, the timing couldn't be better.
KEEPING THE MACHINE MOVING

Toward the end of the interview, Biedermann reflected on longevity and the strange idea of an “overnight success” arriving after decades of work.
He compared his situation to Willie Nelson , describing the possibility of a “60-year overnight success.”
The money isn't what motivates him.
Keeping the music alive is.
“As long as we get that success and there's money to be, there's money that they want to cry about, that's OK,” Biedermann said. “Because I'm not worried about the money as much as getting, keeping the product going.”
That may be the best description of Blind Illusion's current position.
Nearly five decades after the band began, Biedermann is still writing, recording, performing and looking ahead.
The history is enormous.
The stories are even bigger.
But Blind Illusion isn't finished making history.
STAGE FLIGHT: LIVE AT THE UC THEATRE

Blind Illusion's STAGE FLIGHT: Live At The UC Theatre is scheduled for release October 16, 2026 , featuring original vocalist David White .
The live album captures the band's UC Theatre performance and, according to Biedermann, is a completely live recording with no studio overdubs.
The band is also preparing the next studio chapter with Crushing the Universe , produced, engineered and mixed by former Blind Illusion bassist Tom Gears .
After nearly 50 years, Mark Biedermann isn't looking backward.
He's still cranking the amps, still writing songs, still pushing his guitar players to the limit and still planning the next show.
As he put it during the interview:


“I intend to be one of those guys.”


And if Blind Illusion's history is any indication, there's probably a hell of a lot more story left to tell.


Full Show Track List:
Battle Of The Bands Top Six Winners:
1 - Another Demon - Reduced to Ash - (16,323,137 votes)
2 - Virya - Technophobia - Live from FLSS 2026 - (6,562,524 votes)
3 - Persephore - All That Is Left - (1,166,799 votes)
4 - Soul Of Sheol - Paradise Is Not For Us - (13,191 votes)
5 - Sharp n' Loud - Armored sexy girl - (12,895 votes)
6 - Mistress - Terrified eyes - (4,589 votes)
The Zach Moonshine Intro
7 - Ozzy Osbourne - Believer - Live From Blizzard Of Ozz Tour
8 - MURDERY - KILLING GRANDMA
9 - Infestation - Mother Of All Bombs
10 - BEHEMOTH - In League with Satan
Blind Illusion - Interview featuring Smash the Crystal/Blood Shower/Night Blade
11 - CIRITH UNGOL - All The Shadows
12 - Smoulder - Shadow Of The Vulture/Warrior Witch Of Hell/Cage Of Mirrors [Manilla Road cover]
13 - Netherdred - Necrodancer
14 - Dee Calhoun - Kill a Mother Fucker
15 - CREEPER - Big Bad Wolf
16 - Ophiolatry - Revenge
17 - The Red Mountain - When The Hammer Drops/The Color Greed
18 - Demon Christ - Curse You All
19 - Slipknot - Arsenal
20 - Antania - 33
21 - Craig Neill - Baloo Ka Toofaan
22 - In Spite of Thunder - Collateral Damage
23 - PS:23 - The Angel They Call Evil
24 - Titan Blood - Unite Them
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]]> Mon, 14 Sep 2026 08:39:47 -0500 https://metaldevastationradio.com/thebeast/blog/29401/culak-unveils-eclectic-metal-odyssey-twelve-gates https://metaldevastationradio.com/thebeast/blog/29401


CULAK UNVEILS ECLECTIC METAL ODYSSEY TWELVE GATES



Experimental Metal Project Channels Suffering, Bliss, Wonder, Escape, and Gnosis Into a Twelve-Part Journey Within

There are albums that tell a story, and then there are albums that take the listener somewhere.
Culak enters the latter territory with Twelve Gates , an ambitious and eclectic metal album set for release December 12, 2026 , through independent imprint Song & Silence . Conceived as a journey through twelve trials within a single being, Twelve Gates explores an unpredictable landscape of darkness, revelation, suffering, bliss, perseverance, quietude, escape, and gnosis.
Rather than confining itself to a single stylistic lane, Culak embraces the uncertainty of the journey itself. The result is an album built around contrast, atmosphere, experimentation, and emotional catharsis, with each passage serving as another doorway into the larger narrative.
Originally established as an experimental project in January 2013 , Culak has evolved into a lifelong vessel for processing and expressing the extremes of human experience. Over the years, the project has developed a discography defined by its willingness to follow inspiration wherever it leads, leaving listeners with one question after each release: what comes next?
Twelve Gates continues that philosophy.
The album's twelve-trial concept follows a being moving inward, confronting the obstacles and experiences that exist within itself. Rather than presenting a straightforward linear narrative, Culak uses metal as the language through which those experiences can be explored and interpreted.


“Twelve Gates is an eclectic metal album that conveys a being's journey through twelve trials within itself.”


The album's accompanying narrative expands upon that concept and will be available as a bonus item with the album's Bandcamp pre-order , offering listeners another way to experience the world behind the music.
Entirely written, recorded, mixed, and mastered by Christian Culak , Twelve Gates represents a deeply personal and self-contained creative vision. The album's artwork comes courtesy of Xenoyr , adding another dimension to the atmosphere surrounding the release.
For listeners drawn to adventurous, progressive, experimental, and boundary-pushing metal, Culak's Twelve Gates offers an experience that refuses to reveal all of its secrets at once.
For Fans Of: So Hideous, Uneven Structure, and Mastodon
TWELVE GATES

Culak
Release Date: December 12, 2026
Release Type: Full-Length Album
Genre: Metal
Label: Song & Silence
Written, Recorded, Mixed & Mastered by: Christian Culak
Artwork by: Xenoyr
ABOUT CULAK

Originating as an experimental project in January 2013, Culak has blossomed into a lifelong vessel for catharsis. Through an ever-evolving approach to metal, the project channels an extensive range of experiences including suffering, bliss, wonder, escape, perseverance, quietude, and gnosis. The result is an unpredictable discography that continually challenges the listener to embrace the unknown and wonder what will come through the next gate.
Twelve Gates by Culak


CONNECT WITH CULAK

Linktree:
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Pre-Save / HyperFollow:
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Bandcamp:
https://culak.bandcamp.com/album/twelve-gates
Press Contact:
Christian Culak
cculak@protonmail.com
]]> Sun, 13 Sep 2026 10:23:57 -0500 https://metaldevastationradio.com/thebeast/blog/29400/blind-illusion-featured-by-bravewords-ahead-of-stage-flight-live-at-the-uc-theatre-release https://metaldevastationradio.com/thebeast/blog/29400 BLIND ILLUSION FEATURED BY BRAVEWORDS AHEAD OF STAGE FLIGHT: LIVE AT THE UC THEATRE RELEASE
Progressive Thrash Metal Pioneers Prepare to Unleash Historic Live Album Featuring Original Vocalist David White
Progressive thrash metal pioneers Blind Illusion have been featured by BraveWords in a new article spotlighting the band's upcoming live album, Stage Flight: Live At The UC Theatre , arriving October 16 through Hectic Records / Bleeding Priest Records.
The album captures a historic 2025 performance at the UC Theatre in Berkeley, California, featuring the return of original Blind Illusion vocalist David White during a special celebration surrounding Exodus' 40th anniversary of Bonded By Blood .
BraveWords highlights Blind Illusion's unique progressive approach to thrash metal and the band's nearly five-decade history, describing Stage Flight: Live At The UC Theatre as a release that connects the group's legendary past with its continuing evolution.
Founded in 1978 and led by mastermind Mark Biedermann , Blind Illusion continues to carry the legacy of its landmark 1988 debut, The Sane Asylum , while pushing its sound and history forward with a new generation of performances.
Stage Flight: Live At The UC Theatre will be released October 16 as a limited-edition 12-inch vinyl LP, with only 500 copies being pressed through Hectic Records / Bleeding Priest Records. Digital pre-orders are also available.
Blind Illusion is:
Mark Biedermann – Lead Guitar / Vocals
Martin Lacour – Lead Guitar
Avery Thurman – Bass
Phil Cosentini – Drum
Check out the feature here: https://bravewords.com/news/blind-illusion-announces-stage-flight-live-at-the-uc-theatre-featuring-original-vocalist-david-white/


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Hectic Records
david@hectic.com]]> Sat, 12 Sep 2026 10:18:04 -0500 https://metaldevastationradio.com/thebeast/blog/29399/infestation-unleashes-thrash-metal-assault-with-mother-of-all-bombs https://metaldevastationradio.com/thebeast/blog/29399
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INFESTATION UNLEASHES THRASH METAL ASSAULT WITH “MOTHER OF ALL BOMBS”
New Single Explores the Devastating Reality of Modern Warfare Through Relentless Thrash Metal

Release Date: August 28, 2026
Genre: Thrash Metal
Infestation has unleashed its latest sonic assault, “Mother Of All Bombs,” a punishing new thrash metal single that confronts the destructive power of modern warfare head-on.
Centered around the GBU-43/B Massive Ordnance Air Blast , commonly known as the “Mother of All Bombs” (MOAB) , the track examines the sheer scale of destruction associated with one of the largest conventional bombs ever used by the United States. Rather than treating its subject as distant military history, Infestation brings the devastating reality of modern warfare directly into the music.
Driven by aggressive riffs, relentless rhythms, and the uncompromising intensity that defines thrash metal, “Mother Of All Bombs” delivers a soundtrack to destruction while forcing listeners to consider the human reality behind the headlines, military hardware, and staggering numbers.
The result is a track built for maximum impact, combining the raw aggression of classic thrash with a subject that remains deeply relevant in an increasingly volatile world.
“Mother Of Bombs” is available now.
LISTEN NOW

https://open.spotify.com/track/7jEV6rjvoHMxKUTOHyBY9C
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ABOUT INFESTATION

Infestation delivers unapologetic thrash metal built around aggression, intensity, and subject matter that refuses to pull punches. With “Mother Of All Bombs,” the band turns its attention toward one of the most devastating weapons ever deployed in modern warfare, transforming the subject into a relentless metal statement about destruction and the consequences of humanity's continued pursuit of greater firepower.
For fans of thrash metal that comes with teeth, Infestation is bringing the devastation.
“Mother Of All Bombs” is out now.

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]]> Fri, 11 Sep 2026 19:09:20 -0500 https://metaldevastationradio.com/thebeast/blog/29398/threnody-returns-to-the-filth-with-new-single-flashlight-over-filth https://metaldevastationradio.com/thebeast/blog/29398
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
THRENODY RETURNS TO THE FILTH WITH NEW SINGLE “FLASHLIGHT OVER FILTH”
Old-School Death Metal Veterans Unleash the First Taste of Upcoming EP They Looked Better Dead

Release Date: August 19, 2026
Genre: Old-School Death Metal / Grindcore
For Fans Of: Bolt Thrower, Carcass, Death
READING, PA — Some bands form. Some bands disappear. And some refuse to stay dead.
Old-school death metal veterans Threnody have unleashed “Flashlight over Filth,” the first single from their forthcoming EP They Looked Better Dead . Released August 19, 2026, the track marks the latest chapter in a story that began nearly four decades ago in the underground of Reading, Pennsylvania.
In 1988 , five young musicians from Berks County, Pennsylvania, joined forces with a singular purpose: to create music capable of devastating everything in its path. Todd handled the microphone, Rich took command of the drums, Bill and Sean wielded guitars, and Dave held down the bass. Together, they became Threnody .
Initially influenced by underground gods including Carcass, Entombed, and Obituary , the band quickly moved beyond imitation, developing its own identity and establishing itself as a formidable force in the Reading metal scene.
For nearly two years, Threnody sharpened its attack from the top of the local underground, eventually unleashing the six-song EP Internal Infestation in late 1990. The release ignited a demand for live performances, sending the band into a relentless campaign of shows and further honing its lethal sound.
Their proving ground was Unisound , Reading's only all-ages club at the time, where Threnody continued building its reputation among the underground faithful.
The band began writing more material and recorded another EP, but before that next chapter could be released, fate intervened. The record remained unreleased, and the original members eventually went their separate ways.
Then came 2020.
During the global pandemic, guitarist Bill set out to reignite the torch and reunite Threnody's original members. Founding members Sean and Dave returned, while vocalist Todd and drummer Rich were unable to participate. With the world locked down and distance becoming little more than a technical obstacle, Harry from the UK and David from Ecuador joined the resurrected lineup on vocals and drums.
Rather than simply dusting off the past, Threnody took eight songs originally written more than 30 years earlier and re-visioned them for a new era. The result was the band's first full-length album, Rid of Flesh .
Now Threnody is moving forward once again.
“Flashlight over Filth” serves as the first single from the upcoming EP They Looked Better Dead , delivering another dose of the band's old-school death metal and grindcore attack. The track was produced by Threnody , with mixing and mastering handled by Steve Perrino .
This isn't nostalgia dressed up as death metal.
This is a band that was there when the underground was being built, disappeared, came back decades later, and decided it still wasn't finished.
The riffs are still loaded.
The filth is still there.
And the torch is still burning.
Let it rip.
STREAM “FLASHLIGHT OVER FILTH”

https://linktr.ee/threnody
ABOUT THRENODY

Formed in 1988 in Reading, Pennsylvania, Threnody emerged from the formative underground death metal scene of the late 1980s. Influenced initially by Carcass, Entombed, and Obituary, the band quickly forged its own identity and became a force in the local scene.
In 1990, Threnody released the six-song EP Internal Infestation and built a reputation through relentless live performances, including shows at Reading's legendary all-ages venue Unisound. A second EP was recorded but never released before the original members eventually went their separate ways.
Three decades later, guitarist Bill began the process of resurrecting the band. With Sean and Dave returning and Harry from the UK and David from Ecuador joining on vocals and drums, Threnody transformed eight songs originally written in the early 1990s into the 2020 full-length Rid of Flesh .
Now the band continues that resurrection with its forthcoming EP They Looked Better Dead and its first single, “Flashlight over Filth.”
Threnody isn't looking to recreate the past. They're bringing it back to life.

PRESS / CONTACT

Bill Hyland
Threnody
threnodyusgrindgore@gmail.com
https://linktr.ee/threnody
]]> Fri, 11 Sep 2026 19:05:10 -0500 https://metaldevastationradio.com/thebeast/blog/29397/in-spite-of-thunder-unveils-collateral-damage-a-haunting-new-ep-of-symphonic-gothic-doom-and-gothic-folk https://metaldevastationradio.com/thebeast/blog/29397 IN SPITE OF THUNDER UNVEILS “COLLATERAL DAMAGE,” A HAUNTING NEW EP OF SYMPHONIC GOTHIC DOOM AND GOTHIC FOLK
French Gothic Composer and Classically Trained Soprano Cathy Isot Explores Grief, Fear, Consequences, and Lingering Shadows on New Three-Track Release

Release Date: November 6, 2026
Genre: Symphonic Gothic Doom / Gothic Folk
For Fans Of: Theatre of Tragedy, Draconian, Evanescence
French Gothic composer and classically trained soprano Cathy Isot , the creative force behind In Spite of Thunder , will release her new EP “Collateral Damage” on November 6, 2026. Blending delicate piano melodies, haunting vocals, symphonic Gothic doom, and acoustic Gothic folk, the three-track release offers a deeply atmospheric journey through heartbreak, political disillusionment, fear, and grief.
Drawing inspiration from nature, Gothic architecture, and her travels, In Spite of Thunder creates music where classical elegance meets the darker emotional landscapes of Gothic and doom metal. “Collateral Damage” showcases the breadth of Isot’s songwriting, moving between crushing symphonic darkness and intimate acoustic vulnerability.
The EP features two Symphonic Gothic Doom tracks, “Collateral Damage” and “Ancient Wounds,” alongside the acoustic Gothic Folk song “Beyond the Shadows.” Together, the three songs present different sides of Isot’s musical identity while remaining connected by a common thread of emotional intensity.
The title track, “Collateral Damage,” has its origins in an unreleased song from Isot’s former band, Spell of Enchantress. Rather than simply revisiting the past, Isot completely rewrote and re-recorded the piece, with production handled by Sermilion and Kublai Kapsalis . The song’s lyrics deliberately leave room for interpretation, functioning both as a deeply personal breakup song and as a broader statement about political greed and the human consequences of decisions made by those in power.
“Collateral Damage is about being fed up with the greed of politicians not caring about the consequences of their actions on civilians,” explains Isot, while acknowledging that listeners may also interpret the song through the lens of a fractured personal relationship.
“Ancient Wounds” continues the EP’s darker journey through a collaboration between In Spite of Thunder and Kublai Kapsalis. The song examines the way deeply rooted fears can become obstacles, preventing people from moving forward and fully embracing their lives.
The EP closes with “Beyond the Shadows,” an acoustic Gothic Folk reimagining of a Spell of Enchantress single. Stripped back from the heavier material surrounding it, the song explores lingering grief and the emotional weight of what remains after loss. Production for the acoustic version was handled by Daniel Francis .
“Collateral Damage” represents another step forward for an artist whose musical journey has continually crossed the boundaries between Gothic, classical, folk, and metal.
Isot first introduced In Spite of Thunder in 2022 with the Symphonic Metal single “Drama Queen.” She subsequently spent four years performing as the soprano and manager of Gothic Doom band Spell of Enchantress , gaining experience that would ultimately feed into the development of her solo work. Since 2025, she has also released three Gothic Folk singles: “Ships in the Dark,” “The Downward Spiral,” and “Drowning.”
With “Collateral Damage,” In Spite of Thunder brings those various influences together into a release that is both atmospheric and personal, balancing the grandeur of Symphonic Gothic Doom with the fragile intimacy of acoustic songwriting.
For listeners drawn to the dramatic Gothic metal of Theatre of Tragedy, the melancholic doom of Draconian, or the atmospheric accessibility of Evanescence, In Spite of Thunder offers a distinctly personal take on the darker side of music.
PRODUCTION CREDITS

Collateral Damage
Vocals: Cathy Isot
Music & Lyrics: Cathy Isot, Sermilion
Production: Sermilion, Kublai Kapsalis
Ancient Wounds
Music, Lyrics & Vocals: Cathy Isot
Production: Kublai Kapsalis
Beyond the Shadows
Vocals: Cathy Isot
Music & Lyrics: Cathy Isot, Sermilion
Production: Daniel Francis


CONNECT WITH IN SPITE OF THUNDER

Pre-Save “Collateral Damage” EP:
https://ffm.to/collateraldamageep
Linktree:
https://linktr.ee/inspiteofthunder
Bandcamp:
https://inspiteofthunder.bandcamp.com/
PRESS CONTACT

Cathy Isot
cathy@inspiteofthunder.com
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California Experimental Duo Deliver A Dark Collision Of Industrial Black Metal, Electronics And Psychological Horror

California-based experimental extreme metal duo ANTANIA have unveiled the official video for “33,” the first track from their forthcoming album The Unholy 33, arriving digitally October 16, 2026 via Argonauta Records.
Originally premiered by VerdamMnis Magazine on September 10, “33” offers a first glimpse into the twisted sonic world ANTANIA have created, where industrial black metal, electronic experimentation, crushing bass frequencies and sinister sound design collide.
Led by Dr. Luna and Karli Mortem, ANTANIA have developed a sound that deliberately exists outside traditional genre boundaries. Built around synthesizers, distortion, oppressive low frequencies and mechanical rhythms, the duo's music strips extreme metal down to its most abrasive and atmospheric elements while injecting it with the cold, unsettling character of industrial electronics.
ANTANIA draw inspiration from pioneering and boundary-pushing acts including Dødheimsgard, Mysticum and Thorns, as well as industrial innovators Skinny Puppy and Ministry. Rather than simply combining those influences, the duo uses them as a foundation for something distinctly their own.
The result is an immersive form of extreme music that can feel simultaneously mechanical, hypnotic, violent and deeply unsettling.
With ANTANIA, there are no conventional genre restrictions. The project embraces experimentation and complete artistic freedom, creating an environment where distorted electronics, extreme metal, bass-heavy production and atmospheric sound design can exist as one entity.
That philosophy extends into the lyrical and conceptual world of ANTANIA. The duo explores true crime, psychological horror, violence and the darkest corners of the human condition, using their music as a vehicle to examine the disturbing realities of the world around us.
“33”

The first track from The Unholy 33, “33” immediately establishes ANTANIA's uncompromising approach. Mechanical rhythms and crushing bass frequencies provide the foundation while distorted electronics and extreme metal textures create an atmosphere that feels less like a conventional song and more like an unsettling sonic ritual.
The accompanying video was directed by Matt Zane, adding a visual dimension to the track's disturbing atmosphere.
“33” is not designed to fit neatly into a single category. It is industrial. It is extreme. It is electronic. It is black metal. Most importantly, it is unmistakably ANTANIA.
Following the release of “33,” attention now turns toward The Unholy 33, which will introduce listeners to an even deeper exploration of the duo's experimental and uncompromising artistic vision.
The Unholy 33 will be released digitally on October 16, 2026 via Argonauta Records, with CD and vinyl editions to follow.
ANTANIA is built for listeners willing to step outside the boundaries of conventional extreme music.
WATCH “33” NOW!


The Unholy 33 arrives October 16, 2026 via Argonauta Records.
ABOUT ANTANIA

ANTANIA is a California-based experimental extreme metal duo led by Dr. Luna and Karli Mortem. Drawing from industrial black metal, dark electronics, experimental music and psychological horror, the project exists without conventional genre or creative limitations.
Inspired by artists ranging from Dødheimsgard, Mysticum and Thorns to Skinny Puppy and Ministry, ANTANIA create immersive and unsettling soundscapes centered around synthesizers, distortion, mechanical rhythms and powerful low-end frequencies.
Their work explores the darkest aspects of human nature while embracing absolute artistic freedom and sonic experimentation.
The Unholy 33 arrives October 16, 2026 through Argonauta Records.

ANTANIA have entered the machine.
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