GRAVEBORN Unleashes Title Track Playthrough From Forthcoming Album Metempsychosis Boston-based progressive death metal outfit GRAVEBORN is giving fans a first taste of their highly anticipated fifth full-length, Metempsychosis, with a playthrough... More

GRAVEBORN Unleashes Title Track Playthrough From Forthcoming Album Metempsychosis Boston-based progressive death metal outfit GRAVEBORN is giving fans a first taste of their highly anticipated fifth full-length, Metempsychosis, with a playthrough video of the title track. The album is set to drop April 3, and this latest preview showcases guitarist Chris Ramusiewicz in full shred mode. Watch the video: [jrEmbed module="jrYouTube" youtube_id="G2tCWxwipQA"] Vocalist John Leblanc describes the song as the "core statement of the album." “It’s the track where everything shifts from what is happening to me to what is happening through me,” Leblanc explains. “Metempsychosis is not a cute spiritual idea here. It’s a brutal, continuous process. The soul persists across lifetimes, but not in a sentimental way. It persists through reconstruction, through collapse, through the repeated loss of form. It’s endurance through transformation.” Leblanc continues, emphasizing the philosophical underpinning of the album: “Ideas move the way souls move. They don’t just appear. They transfer. They are inherited. They go dormant. They reawaken. They show up inside someone like a realization, but they may have been traveling through bloodlines, culture, trauma, resilience, and repetition for generations. This is not passive. It’s evolutionary. Each cycle reshapes what it carries forward. The self is not a fixed object. It’s a changing vessel. The essential nature persists, but the expression changes, sometimes violently.” The track’s chorus mirrors this complexity, fragmenting as language itself struggles to capture the concept of continuity and transformation: “Ego fades. Boundaries dissolve. Self becomes pattern. Awareness becomes primary. I’m not the origin of who I am. I’m part of a continuum. My life is not a standalone story. It’s one iteration in a larger transmission.” Metempsychosis spans 11 tracks and sees GRAVEBORN confronting both personal and societal collapse, exploring the mechanisms of continuity amidst destruction. Since 2021’s Transmigrator, GRAVEBORN has spent five years crafting this magnum opus, challenging listeners to stare into both the internal and external abyss. Metempsychosis does not offer easy answers; instead, it confronts destruction as an essential part of continuity, asking a single relentless question: what remains when everything else is gone? Pre-orders for the album are available now at gravebornma.bandcamp.com, and the title track, along with previous singles, are streaming on Spotify and Apple Music. Less

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Nocturnal Ceremony’s “Obsidian” Earns Rave Review – A Dark Horse for AOTY Independent modern death metal force Nocturnal Ceremony is back from a 30-year hiatus with a debut album that is turning heads and breaking necks.... More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Nocturnal Ceremony’s “Obsidian” Earns Rave Review – A Dark Horse for AOTY Independent modern death metal force Nocturnal Ceremony is back from a 30-year hiatus with a debut album that is turning heads and breaking necks. Obsidian, released March 4th, 2026, has already earned a glowing review from Heavy Metal Philosophy, calling it “a dark horse for your AOTY list. I was genuinely shocked.” Formed in the 90s as kids playing talent shows, Nocturnal Ceremony disappeared before their full potential could be realized. Now, decades later, they return with a record that outshines many seasoned bands who’ve spent years under major-label guidance. Obsidian delivers crushing riffs, punishing grooves, and an atmosphere both malignant and captivating. The review highlights: Guitar tones “some of the chunkiest in recent memory” Production that amplifies heaviness with clarity and punch Dynamic shifts that keep every moment fresh Relentless grooves and malicious atmosphere Fans of Igorrr, Behemoth, and Bloodbath will find a kindred darkness in Obsidian. Rated “AOTY Contender”, the album is already gaining traction as a standout release in the underground scene. Nocturnal Ceremony says of the album: "Sharing our music is a way of alleviation, up to the point of being cathartic. It is a way to express emotions that simply don't have any words, or a name. Releasing these songs is an act of letting go of some demons. It is about accepting what life now is and who you have become, to perhaps ultimately find some small measure of peace. Maybe by listening, you can too. We are Nocturnal Ceremony – welcome to our darkness." Produced, mixed, mastered, and engineered by Thomas Madsen, Obsidian captures the band’s raw ferocity and atmospheric depth. Each track channels chaos and emotion into a dark, crushing sonic journey that refuses to be ignored. Stream or pre-save the album here: https://hypeddit.com/nocturnalceremony/obsidian Independent, relentless, and unapologetically heavy, Nocturnal Ceremony proves that modern death metal still has room for both intensity and emotion, and Obsidian is the proof. For interviews, review copies, or additional assets: zach@metaldevastationradio.com Check them out on YouTube:  [jrEmbed module="jrYouTube" youtube_id="qjcsiIJ_w3A"] Connect:  https://linktr.ee/nocturnalceremony Contact: mail@nocturnal-ceremony.com Less

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE The Valley Returns With New Single “Like I Never Lived (Without You)” Cairo Montenotte’s alt-prog innovators step boldly onto the international stage with emotive, cinematic soundscapes... More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE The Valley Returns With New Single “Like I Never Lived (Without You)” Cairo Montenotte’s alt-prog innovators step boldly onto the international stage with emotive, cinematic soundscapes https://music.imusician.pro/a/LBhLxURG Cairo Montenotte, Italy – February 27, 2026 – Italian alternative progressive rock quartet The Valley are back with their latest single, “Like I Never Lived (Without You),” released today via Volcano Records & Promotion. The track melds grunge textures, atmospheric tension, and emotionally driven dynamics, showcasing the band’s signature ability to balance nostalgia with modern sonic exploration. Produced and mixed in Los Angeles by Fabrizio Grossi (Alice Cooper, Steve Vai, Slash) and mastered by legendary engineer Pete Doell (Miles Davis, Marilyn Manson, Toto), the single demonstrates world-class production while preserving The Valley’s independent ethos. Recorded entirely in their own studio in Italy, the song’s layered guitars, dynamic rhythms, and evocative vocals explore the fragile line between love and emotional dependency. “Like I Never Lived (Without You) explores the fragile line between love and emotional dependency. It’s about losing yourself in someone else until you don’t recognize who you are anymore,” says the band. Fans of Incubus, Alice In Chains, and Faith No More will recognize familiar textures, but The Valley transforms these influences into a distinctive, contemporary alt-prog identity. The official video, directed by Nazar Bajew, premiered exclusively via BraveWords ahead of release and can be viewed here: https://bravewords.com/news/exclusive-the-valley-premieres-like-i-never-lived-without-you-music-video/, marking a major step in the band’s international visibility. [jrEmbed module="jrYouTube" youtube_id="c_fsbDpIGdU"] Production Credits: Produced & Mixed: Fabrizio Grossi, Los Angeles Mastered: Pete Doell Recorded: Mattia Miniati, Italy Video Directed: Nazar Bajew Label: Volcano Records & PromotionManagement: Independent / Volcano Records & PromotionMedia Contact: zach@metaldevastationradio.com With this release, The Valley cements their reputation as one of Italy’s most compelling modern alt-prog acts, proving that emotional depth and technical prowess can coexist in music that’s both accessible and daring. Connect: https://music.imusician.pro/a/LBhLxURGhttps://www.facebook.com/thevalleyproghttps://www.instagram.com/thevalley.band  Contact: thevalleytheband@gmail.com eros.povigna@gmail.com Less

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Sicarius Returns From the Grave With Third Album, Nex – First Track Revealed After years of silence, rebirth, and pure unrelenting fury, Adirondack Black Mass proudly announces the release of Nex, the third full-length from... More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Sicarius Returns From the Grave With Third Album, Nex – First Track Revealed After years of silence, rebirth, and pure unrelenting fury, Adirondack Black Mass proudly announces the release of Nex, the third full-length from American black metal assassins Sicarius. Dropping April 10 on CD and cassette, this album marks the resurrection of a band too pissed off to stay dead. SI_CA_RI_USLatin for “Assassin, Murderer, Dagger-Man, Slayer, Killer” – and Sicarius lives up to the name. Formed in 2014 by Argyris and Carnage, Sicarius has always channeled the raw aggression of first- and second-wave black metal, infused with American thrash, death, goth, and rock elements to create a venomous, unforgettable sound. Following their acclaimed debut, Serenade of Slitting Throats, and sophomore effort God of Dead Roots, the band faced lineup collapses and the seeming end of Sicarius. But from the ashes, Argyris and Carnage rebuilt, bringing in new vocalist Akefalos to unleash soaring vocals that pierce the darkness. The result is Nex, a gritty, ultraviolent crime drama of an album: 10 tracks of loss, death, retribution, and fury that honor black metal tradition while staking their own path. Fans can now get a first taste of the band’s reborn aggression with the premiere of the opening track, which sets the stage for Sicarius’ next hunt. Influences & Sound: Bathory, Rotting Christ, Dissection, Mayhem, Urgehal, Marduk, Absu, with shadows of Type O Negative woven throughout. Sicarius is back. Sicarius is hungry. Sicarius wants to hunt again. Preorders for CD and cassette are available now at Adirondack Black Mass and select metal retailers worldwide. [jrEmbed module="jrYouTube" youtube_id="7IDz7G853kQ"] Less

BLACKBRAID Unleashes New EP 'Nocturnal Womb' With Music Video Premiere Indigenous solo black metal force BLACKBRAID is back, delivering a chilling new EP, Nocturnal Womb, set for independent release this Friday, March 6. To mark the occasion,... More

BLACKBRAID Unleashes New EP 'Nocturnal Womb' With Music Video Premiere Indigenous solo black metal force BLACKBRAID is back, delivering a chilling new EP, Nocturnal Womb, set for independent release this Friday, March 6. To mark the occasion, BLACKBRAID has teamed up with Black Metal Promotion to premiere the EP’s lead single, “Celestial Bloodlust,” accompanied by a fierce live performance video. Shot by Moshmallows at Stockholm’s Kollektivet Livet Bar & Scen, the video captures the raw energy of Blackbraid’s ravenous Swedish fanbase.  “Nocturnal Womb” features tracks that were too dark and visceral to fit within the Blackbraid III trilogy. The standalone EP includes the brutal title track, the electrifying “Celestial Bloodlust,” and an acoustic instrumental interpretation of “Barefoot Ghost Dance on Blood Soaked Soil.” With the release imminent, fans can pre-order the EP now through Blackbraid.US and Blackbraid.EU. Following the release, BLACKBRAID will hit the road across the UK and Ireland from April 9–14, 2026, supported by Winterfylleth and Noctem Fans can watch the video at THIS LOCATION. [jrEmbed module="jrYouTube" youtube_id="za79knQNnOs"] Less

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE DETERIOROT Unleashes Haunting New Single, "The Bataan Death March" NJ/NC death metal legends Deteriorot are back with their latest single, "The Bataan Death March", a chilling dive into one of World War II’s darkest... More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE DETERIOROT Unleashes Haunting New Single, "The Bataan Death March" NJ/NC death metal legends Deteriorot are back with their latest single, "The Bataan Death March", a chilling dive into one of World War II’s darkest chapters. The track is one of two exclusive new songs featured on the 2026 Deluxe Edition of their acclaimed album Echoes From The Past, available now on vinyl and digitally. "The Bataan Death March" confronts the psychological torment of soldiers forced to endure the brutal 60-mile march, exploring themes of suffering, disillusionment, and the fragility of faith in the face of war. "This song is a tribute to the thousands of soldiers who suffered and died during that horrific event," says Deteriorot’s vocalist. "It reflects the inner toll of conflict and the disillusionment it leaves behind." The 2026 Deluxe Edition of Echoes From The Past also includes a remastered catalog of Deteriorot’s classic tracks and a second bonus song, "Fallen Misery". This release offers fans a deep, immersive look at the band’s evolution, combining historical reflection with relentless death metal intensity. "The Bataan Death March" is available now on all major streaming platforms. Fans can also order the 2026 Deluxe Edition worldwide on vinyl and digital formats at DETERIOROT.BANDCAMP.COM. Streaming on YouTube: [jrEmbed module="jrYouTube" youtube_id="lTMe0aYpLrM"]   DETERIOROT online: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DeteriorotBandcamp: https://xtreemmusic.bandcamp.comLabel: https://www.xtreemmusic.com Contact: deteriorot@gmail.com  Less

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE EXORCIZPHOBIA Unleash Neurosis Unbound April 14, 2026 Thrash Metal / Crossover Assault via Doomentia Records and DTD Records (Japan Edition) The underground is about to feel the shockwave. Exorcizphobia return with their... More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE EXORCIZPHOBIA Unleash Neurosis Unbound April 14, 2026 Thrash Metal / Crossover Assault via Doomentia Records and DTD Records (Japan Edition) The underground is about to feel the shockwave. Exorcizphobia return with their latest full length strike, Neurosis Unbound, set for release on April 14, 2026 through Doomentia Records, with a special Japan edition via DTD Records. Blending razor wire thrash with crossover grit, Neurosis Unbound channels the fearless experimentation of Voivod, the socially conscious punch of Sacred Reich, and the breakneck intensity of D.R.I.. This is not retro worship. This is battle tested thrash that refuses to play it safe. At its core, Neurosis Unbound is a psychological pressure cooker. The band describes the album as: “An unfiltered dive into the fractures of the human psyche. A raw confrontation with the shadows we spend our lives ignoring.” That tension bleeds through every riff and vocal line. The guitars slash and spiral, the rhythms hit with precision force, and the vocals carry the urgency of a mind on the brink. There is no filler here. Every track feels like it is clawing its way out of the speakers. Production duties were handled by Amak Golden, Tomas Skorepa, and Exorcizphobia themselves, ensuring the record hits with both clarity and unfiltered aggression. The result is a sound that honors classic thrash roots while pushing forward with sharp edges and modern weight. In a scene that sometimes gets stuck chasing yesterday, Exorcizphobia are kicking the door open and dragging thrash into the present with grit and conviction. Neurosis Unbound is not about nostalgia. It is about confrontation, evolution, and staying dangerous. Release Date: April 14, 2026Label: Doomentia Records / DTD Records (Japan Edition)Genre: Thrash Metal / Crossover For press inquiries, interviews, or coverage opportunities, contact: zach@metaldevastationradio.com Stay loud. Stay sharp. Thrash is alive and it is thinking for itself. Check them out on YouTube and subscribe:  [jrEmbed module="jrYouTube" youtube_id="F_7MgYkOi-g"] Connect:  https://exorcizphobia.com/ Contact: exorcizphobia@gmail.com Less

Killswitch Engage Announce Massive Summer 2026 U.S. Headline Tour Massachusetts metalcore titans Killswitch Engage are loading up the bus and taking no prisoners this summer. The band has officially announced a headline U.S. tour set to kick off... More

Killswitch Engage Announce Massive Summer 2026 U.S. Headline Tour Massachusetts metalcore titans Killswitch Engage are loading up the bus and taking no prisoners this summer. The band has officially announced a headline U.S. tour set to kick off June 3 in Detroit and wrap up June 27 in San Francisco, marking their first full U.S. run since last year’s Summer of Loud trek. If you’ve been waiting to scream every word back at Jesse Leach, this is your moment. The tour comes in support of their latest album This Consequence, out now via Metal Blade Records. The record has already made serious noise, fueled by the Top 5 single “I Believe,” which climbed to No. 3, and a successful Winter/Spring 2025 run that proved KsE are still swinging harder than ever. A Lineup Built for Total Destruction This isn’t just a tour. It’s a stacked bill that reads like a metal fan’s dream. Joining KsE on the road: Machine Head Iron Reagan Havok Yes, that Machine Head. And yes, Robb Flynn is bringing the heat. Jesse Leach didn’t hold back on the hype: he’s fired up to hit major cities with what he calls an absolutely killer lineup. With thrash fury, hardcore grit, and modern metal precision all packed into one bill, this one is built to electrify and dominate every stop. Festival Appearances Included Along the way, the tour will hit major festival stages, including: Milwaukee Metal Fest DC Warped Tour Festival sets plus headline club and theater dates means fans get both the big-stage spectacle and the up-close chaos. Tour Dates With Machine Head, Iron Reagan, and Havok 6/03 – Detroit, MI – The Fillmore6/05 – Minneapolis, MN – The Fillmore6/06 – Milwaukee, WI – Milwaukee Metal Fest*6/07 – South Bend, IN – Four Winds Field6/09 – Raleigh, NC – The Ritz6/11 – Brooklyn, NY – Brooklyn Paramount6/12 – Boston, MA – Roadrunner6/13 – Bethlehem, PA – Wind Creek Event Center6/14 – Washington, DC – DC Warped Tour*6/16 – Orlando, FL – Hard Rock Live6/17 – Atlanta, GA – Tabernacle6/19 – Dallas, TX – South Side Ballroom6/20 – Houston, TX – Bayou Music Center6/21 – San Antonio, TX – Boeing Center at Tech Port6/23 – Albuquerque, NM – Revel Entertainment Center6/24 – Tempe, AZ – The Marquee6/25 – Los Angeles, CA – Hollywood Palladium6/27 – San Francisco, CA – Warfield *Festival appearance Pre-sales begin March 3 at 2pm ET and run through March 5 at 10pm local time. General on-sale starts March 6 at 10am local time. 25 Years and Still Crushing Formed in 2000 in Western Massachusetts, Killswitch Engage helped define early 2000s heavy music by fusing European-inspired guitar precision with East Coast hardcore intensity. Their 2002 breakthrough Alive or Just Breathing became a genre benchmark, while The End of Heartache earned gold certification and As Daylight Dies went platinum. With three Grammy nominations, multiple Top 10 Billboard debuts, nearly 3 billion streams, and countless sold-out tours alongside the likes of Iron Maiden, Slipknot, and Slayer, KsE have long since moved from rising stars to certified pillars of modern metal. Now celebrating 25 years as one of the most vital bands of the 2000s metal movement, they’re proving once again that consistency, passion, and road-warrior grit still matter. Bottom line? This summer run is not a nostalgia lap. It’s a statement. Killswitch Engage are back on the road, armed with a fresh record, a brutal supporting cast, and something to prove. If this tour rolls through your city, you already know what to do. Less