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🔥 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, BROKEN TRINITY, crushed the... More

🔥 Who Will Rise as This Week’s Champion on the MDR Battle Of The Bands? 🔥And who will dominate next month as Band of the Month on Metal Devastation Radio? Last month’s winners, BROKEN TRINITY, crushed the competition with a staggering 46,705 VOTES, claiming the title of Band of the Month on Metal Devastation Radio! You can check them out HERE! This is the weekly championship edition of the Band Of The Month – Battle Of The Bands that we host every month on MDR! How does it work?Every Monday, we launch a new poll featuring bands that submit music each week on metaldevastationradio.com. Voting runs until Friday at 9PM EST. Each Friday night, at the start of The Zach Moonshine Show, I’ll be spinning the Top Six weekly winners, and announcing the #1 band of the week live on air — getting thousands of listens on Mixcloud! At the end of the month, all weekly votes are added up, and the band with the highest total votes becomes our Band of the Month! Winning Band of the Month gets: A featured post on our Facebook page, reaching thousands of fans A front-page spotlight on metaldevastationradio.com, which pulls in hundreds of thousands of views every month A free PR email blast from Metal Devastation PR, hitting 40,000+ contacts including labels, zines, stations, and more Airplay every hour during general rotation Tons of social media shares and exposure across our network If you want the world to know who your band is, this is the easiest way to make it happen! 💥 Want in on the next battle?Comment below with your band name and we’ll add you to next week’s poll — or email me at zach@metaldevastationradio.com with “Battle Submission” in the subject line. Bands can compete as many times as they want, and if you enter multiple weeks in the same month, your votes combine toward the Band of the Month title! 👇 Click on the bands below to vote as many times as you like, or add your own! Poll closes Friday, February 27th at 9PM EST! 👇 Who Will Rise as This Week’s Champion on the MDR Battle Of The Bands?? 02/23/26 - 02/27/26 Less

Beyond Creation Return with New Single “Reverence” Canadian technical death metal titans Beyond Creation rise from the ashes with their first new song in eight years. Celebrating the 15th anniversary of their landmark debut The Aura on a Latin... More

Beyond Creation Return with New Single “Reverence” Canadian technical death metal titans Beyond Creation rise from the ashes with their first new song in eight years. Celebrating the 15th anniversary of their landmark debut The Aura on a Latin American tour, the Montréal four-piece—Independent Music and Lit Music Award winners and Canadian Grammy nominees—deliver a stunning reminder of why they’ve become a cornerstone of modern progressive death metal. Metal Hammer hails the band’s comeback as “…a triumph for technical prowess, songwriting suss and passion,” and fans will find that description more than apt in “Reverence”. A Phoenix Rising From the outset, Beyond Creation carved their own path by blending brutal technicality with progressive curiosity and memorable melodies. Their new single continues that legacy. Simon Girard, vocalist, guitarist, and lyricist, explains: “Our new single explores the fragile line between clarity and illusion, between introspection and insanity, where the search for meaning can either elevate us or consume us. But the truth is simple and powerful: the moment you stop comparing and start focusing on who you truly are and what you genuinely want to express, something beautiful happens. You create from a place of honesty. You grow with purpose.” Watch the music video for “Reverence” on the [jrEmbed module="jrYouTube" youtube_id="64f4SKak_IY"] Exclusive Reverence merch is available via Loudtrax,and Beyond Creation’s full discography can be found on Season of Mist. The Sound of True Metal “Reverence” opens with uninhibited creativity, as Girard and guitarist Kevin Chartré trade riffs and ideas honed over 15 years together. But the track doesn’t shy from the crushing weight of expectation. Girard screams over chugging riffs: “Thrown into a sea of endless thoughts / A quiet war within my core.” The song’s tension mirrors the internal struggle that many musicians face in a world dominated by social media comparisons. Girard elaborates: “The more we compare, the further we drift from our true selves and our authentic voice. We feel our ideas lack value, our techniques insufficient, and our identity flawed. But once we stop with the comparisons, we free ourselves to grow.” Drummer Philippe Boucher guides the band through complex, maze-like rhythms, while bassist Hugo Doyon-Karout lifts the coda with mind-bending runs, elevating the track to a higher plane of technical brilliance. A Visual Experience Directed by Francois Bertrand and Girard himself, the Reverence video features actor Etienne Defresne and showcases a cinematic approach that mirrors the track’s themes of struggle, introspection, and ultimate triumph. Key visual credits include: Director of Photography: Francois Bertrand Editor & Visual Effects: Simon Girard Key Grip: Raphaël Fortin Makeup Artist: Elycia St. Amand Praise for Beyond Creation “…a go-to act for the tech-side of death metal for the better part of this decade” – Dead Rhetoric “…there are still extremely few musicians that can sound like Beyond Creation” – Heavy Blog is Heavy “…might just be the pinnacle of modern tech-death” – Angry Metal Guy “The kind of technical death metal band that I can really get behind” – BangerTV With “Reverence”, Beyond Creation prove they are not just returning—they are redefining the standard for technical death metal once again. Less

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Metal Devastation PR Featured in Decibel Magazine Issue 258 Metal Devastation PR is thrilled to announce that this month’s Decibel Magazine (Issue 258) includes a dedicated advertisement showcasing our roster of artists.... More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Metal Devastation PR Featured in Decibel Magazine Issue 258 Metal Devastation PR is thrilled to announce that this month’s Decibel Magazine (Issue 258) includes a dedicated advertisement showcasing our roster of artists. The featured bands include Vulnificus, A.D.A.M. Music Project, Pathos & Logos, Friday Dies, Acerbic, Brainmaze, Interceptor, and Sons Of Hades, highlighting the diverse and relentless talent represented by the company. Issue 258 is stacked with heavy-hitters, including Lamb Of God, Exhumed, Worm, Temple Of Void, Fulci, Blood Monolith, Necrot, and Cryptopsy, who land their second-ever Decibel cover. In a serendipitous twist, Matt from Cryptopsy will join Metal Devastation PR’s radio show The Zach Moonshine Show this week to discuss the Decibel Magazine Tour 2026 and their latest record An Insatiable Violence—mirroring their last appearance on the magazine’s cover. “We’re proud to support our artists and help bring their music to a wider audience,” said Zach Moonshine, co-founder of Metal Devastation PR. “Having our advert featured alongside these legendary acts is a huge honor and a reminder of the thriving metal community we’re part of.” Grab a copy of Decibel Magazine Issue 258 at newsstands before it sells out, and support the devastations! https://www.decibelmagazine.com/ Check out the bands at these links: https://metaldevastationradio.com/thebeast/blog/28342/acerbic-unleashes-death-thrash-masterpiece-abhorrent-atrocities-against-all-humankind-out-february-2026 https://metaldevastationradio.com/thebeast/blog/28632/vulnificus-unleash-debut-full-length-inclination-and-announce-gutting-north-america-tour-out-now-on-comatose-music https://metaldevastationradio.com/thebeast/blog/28535/adam-music-project-unleash-explosive-new-single-fame https://metaldevastationradio.com/thebeast/blog/28394/pathos-logos-reimagine-nirvanas-classic-with-new-single-in-bloom-out-december-17 https://metaldevastationradio.com/thebeast/blog/28652/friday-dies-returns-with-new-single-id-rather-trust-a-stranger-a-tease-from-upcoming-album-the-sky-is-the-ocean https://metaldevastationradio.com/thebeast/blog/28415/bulgarian-visionary-ivan-shishkov-unleashes-his-debut-metal-album-when-your-demons-come-under-the-project-name-brainmaze https://metaldevastationradio.com/thebeast/blog/28606/interceptor-unleashes-savage-new-track-blood-on-the-kudzu-featuring-brandon-barker https://metaldevastationradio.com/thebeast/blog/28481/sons-of-hades-summon-the-beast-with-new-video-the-omen Less

Samurai Pizza Cats Drop New Single/Video "T-Rex(plosion)" Featuring Ankor Samurai Pizza Cats are back with a blast from the past and a modern metal twist. The Castrop-Rauxel band has just released their latest single and video, "T-Rex(plosion)",... More

Samurai Pizza Cats Drop New Single/Video "T-Rex(plosion)" Featuring Ankor Samurai Pizza Cats are back with a blast from the past and a modern metal twist. The Castrop-Rauxel band has just released their latest single and video, "T-Rex(plosion)", featuring Spanish metal band Ankor, ahead of their upcoming album Press Start, out March 27, 2026 via Century Media Records. The video captures the chaotic energy and playful chemistry between both bands, delivering dino-sized riffs and over-the-top metal theatrics. Watch it now [jrEmbed module="jrYouTube" youtube_id="Xa2JeVD3F3Q"] Press Start is available for pre-order https://samuraipizzacats.lnk.to/PressStart-Bio in multiple formats, including CD, deluxe box set, limited vinyl, and digital. With this release, Samurai Pizza Cats continue to blend metalcore, deathcore, and electronic influences, proving their humor, energy, and shredding chops are as sharp as ever. Less

Worm Shepherd Return with New EP Dawn Of The Iconoclast; Single "Feast" Out Now After a two-year silence, Worm Shepherd are back and heavier than ever with their new EP, Dawn Of The Iconoclast, released via Unique Leader Records. Fans can stream... More

Worm Shepherd Return with New EP Dawn Of The Iconoclast; Single "Feast" Out Now After a two-year silence, Worm Shepherd are back and heavier than ever with their new EP, Dawn Of The Iconoclast, released via Unique Leader Records. Fans can stream and purchase the EP now https://orcd.co/DawnOfTheIconoclast , and check out the blistering new single "Feast." A masterclass in blackened brutality, this EP marks a major comeback for the band, now transformed into a deathcore powerhouse. Worm Shepherd’s lineup reads like a who’s who of extreme metal, featuring current and former members of Immortal Disfigurement, Ingested, and Archaic Epidemic, alongside the return of original drummer Leo McClain (also of Psycho Frame). Guitarist and orchestrator Tre Perdue shared his excitement about the new lineup: "I feel like we have the most talented members that we've had to date. Harry brings so much to the table for writing and meshes with my style perfectly. Tom is an absolute workforce on bass and adds flair to the rhythm guitars with his aggressive style. Having Leo back behind the kit gives some of that original tone from our first albums. Ian fits in perfectly with his aggressiveness and the tonality of our new music. This is the beginning of a new era for Worm Shepherd." Since their formation, Worm Shepherd have carved out a fearsome reputation as one of deathcore’s most uncompromising forces, blending immersive soundscapes, technical ferocity, and relentless intensity. With Dawn Of The Iconoclast, they emerge sharper, heavier, and more focused than ever, ready to set a new standard for their legacy. Fans can also revisit the EP’s previously released single "Whispers Of A Buried Land" with its official video [jrEmbed module="jrYouTube" youtube_id="3y4_noIE9to"] With this release, Worm Shepherd prove that after the silence, the storm hits harder. Less

At The Gates Announce Eighth Studio Album The Ghost of a Future Dead; Debut Single "The Fever Mask" Out Now Swedish melodic death metal legends At The Gates have announced their highly anticipated eighth studio album, The Ghost of a Future Dead,... More

At The Gates Announce Eighth Studio Album The Ghost of a Future Dead; Debut Single "The Fever Mask" Out Now Swedish melodic death metal legends At The Gates have announced their highly anticipated eighth studio album, The Ghost of a Future Dead, set for release on April 24, 2026 via Century Media Records. Pre-orders are officially live, and fans can now get a first taste of the record with the debut single and video, "The Fever Mask." The follow-up to 2021's adventurous The Nightmare of Being, this album carries a weight of significance as a final tribute to frontman Tomas Lindberg, who tragically passed away in September 2025. Lindberg’s vision and artistry permeate the album, cementing it as a true parting legacy. Recorded and mixed by Jens Bogren at Fascination Street Studios in Örebro, Sweden, the album showcases the band's signature blend of ferocious energy and hard-hitting melodic precision. The visual side is equally striking, with artwork by Robert Samsonowitz of rbrt.org. Speaking about the release, the band shared: "We are proud to finally share some news about our eighth studio album, 'The Ghost of a Future Dead.' The album will be released on April 24, 2026 – more than two years after it was completed in the studio. As you all know, Tomas Lindberg passed away last year due to complications from his cancer treatment. Over the past few years, we worked closely with Tomas, discussing and refining every detail to ensure nothing was left to chance. In accordance with Tomas' wishes – including the album title, sound mix, track order, artwork, and overall presentation – 'The Ghost of a Future Dead' remains true to form. It combines the ferocious energy and hard-hitting powerful melodies that are the essence of At The Gates. This album is Tomas' legacy." Fans can stream the album’s opening track "The Fever Mask" now, accompanied by a deeply moving tribute video to Lindberg, assembled by longtime collaborator Patric Ullaeus. Watch it here: [jrEmbed module="jrYouTube" youtube_id="EEpFYm-S8qk"] With The Ghost of a Future Dead, At The Gates not only honor Lindberg’s memory but reaffirm their status as one of melodic death metal’s most influential forces, delivering an album that hits as hard emotionally as it does musically. Less

Italian Black Metallers Calvana Premiere New Track “Summer Storm” at NoCleanSinging Italian black metal collective Calvana have unveiled their latest track, “Summer Storm”, exclusively at the heavily trafficked portal NoCleanSinging.com. The song... More

Italian Black Metallers Calvana Premiere New Track “Summer Storm” at NoCleanSinging Italian black metal collective Calvana have unveiled their latest track, “Summer Storm”, exclusively at the heavily trafficked portal NoCleanSinging.com. The song is the second glimpse into the band’s highly anticipated third album, Sub Janus, set for an international release on March 20th via Adirondack Black Mass. Fans can stream “Summer Storm” in full exclusively https://www.nocleansinging.com/2026/02/23/an-ncs-video-premiere-calvana-summer-storm/ Formed in 2015 at the foot of the Calvana massif, Calvana are a band devoted entirely to the raw, monolithic voice of the mountain. Their members remain completely anonymous, allowing the focus to stay on the music and the elemental landscapes it evokes. Their first two releases, the cryptically titled IɅ (2020) and III┼ (2022), carved a singular path in black metal, combining primal intensity with a defiant, trend-free approach. With Sub Janus, Calvana strike again, channeling the unrelenting fury of nature through old-school black metal. The album balances cryogenic stillness with lava-like eruption, maintaining an all-analog sound where each instrument is vital—especially the bass, often overlooked in black metal but here grounding the elemental force of the music. The songwriting moves through hypnotic states of violence, interspersed with grim marches, evoking a stark and desolate landscape that feels both expansive and intimate. Fans of obscure, uncompromising black metal may find echoes of Altar of Perversion, but Calvana’s voice remains uniquely their own. In addition to “Summer Storm”, the band previously shared “Death of Pan”, available https://adirondackblackmass.bandcamp.com/. Sub Janus can also be preordered on Bandcamp, https://adirondackblackmass.bandcamp.com/album/sub-janus For those seeking black metal that reverberates like the peaks themselves, Calvana’s Sub Janus promises to deliver the kind of elemental, unflinching intensity that only a mountain can inspire. MORE INFO:facebook.com/calvana calvana.bandcamp.com  Less

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE EYEHATEGOD & THUNDERCHIEF HEAT THINGS UP: NEW THUNDERCHIEF PRESSING AND “KILL YOUR SAUCE” HOT SAUCE DROP Richmond’s two-man sonic wrecking crew THUNDERCHIEF aren’t done wreaking havoc. After tearing up the East... More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE EYEHATEGOD & THUNDERCHIEF HEAT THINGS UP: NEW THUNDERCHIEF PRESSING AND “KILL YOUR SAUCE” HOT SAUCE DROP Richmond’s two-man sonic wrecking crew THUNDERCHIEF aren’t done wreaking havoc. After tearing up the East Coast/Midwest with Telekinetic Yeti, they’re keeping the fire alive with a 2nd pressing of their ferocious full-length No Sufferance For Thy Fools—originally unleashed May 15, 2020. The first batch vanished fast, and now it’s back for anyone who missed it. Listen and order here:https://thethunderchief.bandcamp.com/album/no-sufferance-for-thy-fools Adding extra heat to the mix, THUNDERCHIEF have teamed up with EYEHATEGOD for the ultimate collab: Kill Your Sauce, a fermented firestorm of Red Savina, Moruga, and Scotch Bonnet peppers, with carrot, garlic, cilantro, and pineapple juice. It’s available now at https://armadamerch.com/collections/eyehategod and will hit the road with EYEHATEGOD on their upcoming tour with New Orleans legends Crowbar. Details on the tour here: https://lambgoat.com/news/47873/crowbar-and-eyehategod-announce-co-headlining-tour/ Record revived. Tour fired up. Sauce that bites back. THUNDERCHIEF are back, louder, hotter, and ready to demolish everything in their path.  Follow Thunderchief: https://linktr.ee/thunderchief  Contact: riksurly@gmail.com  Less