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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE NECROTION RETURNS FROM THE GRAVE WITH NEW SINGLE “THY WILL SHALL BE DONE” Philadelphia, PA – January 2026 – The underground trembles. NECROTION, the legendary force of old-school death metal, rises from decades of silence... More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE NECROTION RETURNS FROM THE GRAVE WITH NEW SINGLE “THY WILL SHALL BE DONE” Philadelphia, PA – January 2026 – The underground trembles. NECROTION, the legendary force of old-school death metal, rises from decades of silence to unleash their latest single, Thy Will Shall Be Done, a relentless onslaught of chaos, fury, and pure sonic devastation. Forged in the streets and rotting slums of Philadelphia in 1990, NECROTION first carved their path with the demo Fallen Salvation (1991) and the iconic 7” Prelude to Apocalypse (1992), cementing themselves as one of the most brutal and uncompromising acts in the underground. Influenced by extreme metal titans—Venom, Slayer, Possessed, Voivod, Morbid Angel, Nuclear Death, Repulsion, and Autopsy—NECROTION’s sound is raw, violent, and unrelenting, a true reflection of the madness and depravity chronicled in their lyrics. After years of forced dormancy, founding members John Litchko and Joe Young have resurrected NECROTION with a vengeance. Thy Will Shall Be Done slashes through the ears with riffs sharper than rusted bone saws, drums like distant artillery leveling a city, and vocals that drag listeners into the molten pits of oblivion. This is not a comeback—it’s an apocalypse. NECROTION will stop at nothing. There is no mercy. There is no compromise. Only death. Listen to Thy Will Shall Be Done here: Press Contact: zach@metaldevastationradio.com [jrEmbed module="jrYouTube" youtube_id="KrQ3IwfjjxI"] Less

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE LOST LEGACY RETURNS TO CALIFORNIA FOR TWO HIGH-VOLTAGE METAL SHOWS Classic Power Metal from the Bronx Hits Legendary Stages with Saving Abel and Metal Allegiance Streaming / Info: https://linktr.ee/lostlegacyny New York’s... More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE LOST LEGACY RETURNS TO CALIFORNIA FOR TWO HIGH-VOLTAGE METAL SHOWS Classic Power Metal from the Bronx Hits Legendary Stages with Saving Abel and Metal Allegiance Streaming / Info: https://linktr.ee/lostlegacyny New York’s own Lost Legacy, the powerhouse classic power metal band with thrash edges, is heading back to California for two epic shows that promise to electrify fans. The Bronx-based outfit will support Saving Abel at the legendary Whiskey a Go Go on January 21, 2026, a venue where they previously tore the stage open alongside Dokken. The following night, January 22, 2026, Lost Legacy returns to the House of Blues in Anaheim to support thrash metal juggernauts Metal Allegiance, marking the second year in a row the band joins forces with the thrash titans at the iconic venue. “California has always welcomed us like family,” says guitarist and executive producer Jorge Pulido. “We can’t wait to hit the stage again and give fans a night they won’t forget.” Known for their fist-pumping riffs, soaring vocals, and relentless energy, Lost Legacy has cemented themselves as a force in modern power metal while keeping a foot in thrash. Their live shows are a whirlwind of tight musicianship and pure adrenaline—exactly the kind of experience metalheads crave. Tickets for both shows are available via the respective venue websites, and the band is currently available for interviews and media requests. These performances are not just shows—they’re a celebration of metal, resilience, and a band that refuses to quit. Follow the journey: https://linktr.ee/lostlegacyny Media Contact: zach@metaldevastationradio.com Follow the band at these links: linktr.ee/lostlegacynywww.lostlegacyny.comwww.facebook.com/lostlegacynywww.instagram.com/lost_legacy_nyhttps://youtube.com/@lostlegacyny_https://open.spotify.com/artist/4DLkslsqbW4fH93HgF9qqE Contact: lostlegacyny@gmail.com Less

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONCRETE Unleashes Relentless Old-School Death Metal on Fifth Album Absent Mortality Bulgaria’s death metal powerhouse CONCRETE returns with their fifth full-length, Absent Mortality, a crushing dive into the roots of... More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONCRETE Unleashes Relentless Old-School Death Metal on Fifth Album Absent Mortality Bulgaria’s death metal powerhouse CONCRETE returns with their fifth full-length, Absent Mortality, a crushing dive into the roots of old-school death metal. Out now via Rebirth The Metal Productions, the album is a testament to raw intensity, stripped-down brutality, and uncompromising underground ethos. Clocking in with nine devastating tracks – including “Eminent in Suffering,” “Blood Upon the Necronomicon,” and “Apex Butchery” – Absent Mortality delivers down-tuned riffs, punishing primitive drumming, and cavernous growls that explore decay, inner emptiness, and the absence of humanity. Rejecting modern trends, technical showmanship, and glossy production, CONCRETE embrace an organic, filthy sound reminiscent of early 90s death metal, channeling the spirit of legends like Cannibal Corpse, Death, and Morbid Angel. “Absent Mortality is our most focused and merciless release yet,” says the band. “We wanted to strip everything down to the core of death metal – heavy, dark, and unpolished. This isn’t about nostalgia, it’s about conviction.” Fans of raw, Eastern European death metal will find Absent Mortality heavier, more direct, and more sinister than ever before. CONCRETE solidifies their standing as one of the underground’s fiercest purveyors of old-school death metal. Genre: Old School Death MetalInfluences: Cannibal Corpse, Death, Morbid Angel Stream and purchase Absent Mortality here: https://rebirththemetalproductions.bandcamp.com/album/concrete-absent-mortality-release-23012026 Check them out on YouTube and subscribe: [jrEmbed module="jrYouTube" youtube_id="IDK9RmRuTfw"] Connect with the band:  https://rebirththemetalproductions.bandcamp.com/album/concrete-absent-mortality-release-23012026http://www.facebook.com/ConcreteDeathMetal https://open.spotify.com/artist/5VEcSVlVEhxFbnCv8p7WMv http://www.youtube.com/ConcreteDM https://www.instagram.com/concretedeathmetal Contact: andirieger7@aol.com Less

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Inclination of Direction Unveils Groundbreaking New Single "Are You Getting It Now" From Upcoming Album 4GOTTEN Huntsville, AL – December 2025 – Progressive gloom metal titans Inclination of Direction are back, pushing the... More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Inclination of Direction Unveils Groundbreaking New Single "Are You Getting It Now" From Upcoming Album 4GOTTEN Huntsville, AL – December 2025 – Progressive gloom metal titans Inclination of Direction are back, pushing the boundaries of heavy music with their latest single, "Are You Getting It Now," from their critically anticipated album, 4GOTTEN. Following a decade of relentless touring and four powerful albums, the Huntsville-based trio continues to redefine the metal landscape with a sound that is as intricate as it is ferocious. Formed in June 2016, Inclination of Direction—comprised of Frank Fischer (vocals/guitars), Jason Helms (drums/percussion), and Eric Noble (bass)—has consistently melded progressive melodies, gloom-drenched atmospheres, and hardcore intensity into a style uniquely their own. With over 400 shows across the Southeast, including appearances at Texas 3 Day Metal Fest, Munk Fest, and Wounded Warrior Fest, the band has earned a reputation for delivering a live experience that belies their three-piece lineup. Their expansive sound has even drawn the attention of heavyweights like Pentagram and members of St. Vitus. "Are You Getting It Now" captures Inclination of Direction’s signature blend of progressive gloom and crushing metal. Recorded, mixed, and mastered by Joel Monet in the summer of 2025, the track is a glimpse into an album that promises to be bigger, heavier, and more ambitious than anything the band has done before. Previous releases—Violet Skies, Invisible, and their self-titled debut—showcase a band that refuses to be confined by genre, drawing influence from progressive metal, deathcore, and beyond. Fans can pre-save or stream the new single here: Inclination of Direction – 4GOTTEN With accolades like Huntsville’s Best Metal Band at the 2025 Maggie Awards under their belt and a decade of evolving creativity, Inclination of Direction is set to further cement their place as one of the most forward-thinking acts in modern metal. Press Contact: zach@metaldevastationradio.com Connect with the band:  https://inclinationofdirection.bandcamp.com/album/inclination-of-directionhttps://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/inclinationofdirection/4gottenhttps://www.facebook.com/inclinationofdirectionhttps://www.instagram.com/inclinationofdirection/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3tA0U91mtmgvreKsfOeEWg Contact: OVERGROUNDX@GMAIL.COM Less

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THE CASKET KIDS UNLEASH “MIDNIGHT,” A DARK METAL/PUNK ANTHEM FROM UPCOMING ALBUM BLACK MIASMA Huntsville, AL – January 5th, 2026 – Rising from the shadows of Huntsville, Alabama, The Casket Kids are ready to terrify and... More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THE CASKET KIDS UNLEASH “MIDNIGHT,” A DARK METAL/PUNK ANTHEM FROM UPCOMING ALBUM BLACK MIASMA Huntsville, AL – January 5th, 2026 – Rising from the shadows of Huntsville, Alabama, The Casket Kids are ready to terrify and thrill with the release of “Midnight,” the first taste of their forthcoming album Black Miasma. Blending old-school metal aggression with raw punk energy and a splash of horror, The Casket Kids channel the spirit of legends like The Misfits, Pentagram, Danzig, Wednesday 13, Type O Negative, Black Label Society, and The Damned, delivering a sound both relentless and addictive. Comprising Christian Youngblood on vocals, Paul “Tokin” Dupont on guitar, Johnny “Decay” Perna on bass, and Brennan “Pepper” Persing on drums, the band has already made waves with their debut album SHI. With Black Miasma, they push their sonic vision further, and “Midnight” proves they’ve mastered the art of dark, powerful hymns that stay with you long after the last note fades. “Black Miasma is a powerful work of dark hymns from start to finish in a way only The Casket Kids can deliver, a point proven with the soon-to-be-released single ‘Midnight’ on January 5th, available on all platforms!” Produced by Scot Clayton at SMC Studios alongside Christian Youngblood, “Midnight” fuses driving bass lines, crushing drums, killer riffs, and commanding vocals to create a visceral experience for metal and punk fans alike. “Midnight” is now available via all major streaming platforms. Listen and follow the release here: https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/thecasketkids/midnight. Press Contact: zach@metaldevastationradio.com Check them out on YouTube and subscribe: [jrEmbed module="jrYouTube" youtube_id="ESC29bTq008"] Connect with the band: https://thecasketkidsofficial.com/homehttps://www.facebook.com/TheCasketKids13https://instagram.com/thecasketkidsofficialhttp://twitter.com/TCKCongregationhttps://youtube.com/@thecasketkids5735https://thecasketkidsofficial.bandcamp.com/album/shihttps://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/thecasketkids/midnight Contact: christianyoungblood13@gmail.com Less

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Faith In Vain’s “SOUL∞TIED” Marks a Bold New Chapter for Modern Metalcore After nearly a decade of evolution and lineup changes, the Midwestern heavy outfit returns with a rebranded sound, blending metalcore intensity,... More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Faith In Vain’s “SOUL∞TIED” Marks a Bold New Chapter for Modern Metalcore After nearly a decade of evolution and lineup changes, the Midwestern heavy outfit returns with a rebranded sound, blending metalcore intensity, deathcore aggression, and nu-metal edge on their explosive new single, SOUL∞TIED. Midwestern metal outfit Faith In Vain have returned with SOUL∞TIED, a new single that signals the start of a fully rebranded era for the band. Released December 26, 2025, the track strikes a balance between melodic metalcore, deathcore heaviness, and a modern nu-metal edge, delivering a sound that is both punishing and immersive. Formed in 2016, Faith In Vain has navigated lineup changes and creative evolution to emerge stronger and more focused than ever. Their current lineup—Ginger (vocals), Tommy (guitar), Tater (drums), and Ryan (guitar)—brings a refreshed energy and vision to the band’s music, marking a return to form for fans of modern heavy music. Their sound bridges multiple influences, blending the melodic aggression of Fit For A King, Wage War, and Polaris with the raw vocal intensity of Acacia Strain, Spite, and touches of Emmure. The result is a track that is both technically intricate and emotionally charged, offering a layered listening experience for fans of heavy, modern metal. Critics are already taking notice: Metal Mayhem: “Energetic, intense, and dense… immersive, dramatic, and yet frantic… excellent vocals and instrumental elements working in harmony… undeniable talent!” Headbanging Modern Rock: “Great dynamics… intense and epic… powerful gutturals… you have crafted a cool song… impressive performance!” The release of SOUL∞TIED comes after an extended period of writing and refining the band’s sound with their current lineup. Following their 2018 debut album and a one-off 2021 single, Faith In Vain is ready to claim their place in the modern metal landscape with a bold, aggressive approach. Stream SOUL∞TIED: https://ditto.fm/soul_tied Faith In Vain is preparing additional releases in 2026, continuing their mission to blend melody and brutality, while reestablishing themselves as a Midwestern force in modern metal. Press Contact: zach@metaldevastationradio.com Check out the video: [jrEmbed module="jrYouTube" youtube_id="Cs8HxS5N8ew"] Connect with the band:  https://faithinvain.com/https://www.facebook.com/faithinvain/https://www.instagram.com/faithinvain/https://x.com/Faith_in_Vainhttps://www.youtube.com/@FaithInVainBand https://www.youtube.com/@FaithInVainVEVOhttps://faithinvainofficial.bandcamp.comhttps://open.spotify.com/artist/3OO5pZhkh8mAZGIc8OoT9fhttps://music.apple.com/ca/artist/faith-in-vain/1020093355 Contact: band@faithinvain.com Less

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE INFEST, HELLLDRIFTER and MORTAL STRIKE Unite for Ambassadors Over Europe Tour 2026 Unity, loyalty and steel are alive and well in 2026 as INFEST, HELLLDRIFTER and MORTAL STRIKE unite for the Ambassadors Over Europe Tour.... More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE INFEST, HELLLDRIFTER and MORTAL STRIKE Unite for Ambassadors Over Europe Tour 2026 Unity, loyalty and steel are alive and well in 2026 as INFEST, HELLLDRIFTER and MORTAL STRIKE unite for the Ambassadors Over Europe Tour. Three bands, three different corners of the modern extreme scene, same mission. Bring death, thrash and old-world aggression straight to the fans, city by city. Coming off the release of their seventh full-length Ambassadors of Aggression, Serbia’s death-thrash force INFEST have been on a tear. Their precision and venom have been turning heads from the Balkans to the States, and their recent Bolje Da Umrem guitar playthrough showcased the clinical brutality behind their sound. Mixed by Rodoljub Raičkovic and mastered by Dan Swanö, the record is a full-strength testament to why INFEST remain one of the most battle-tested units in Europe today. Germany’s HELLLDRIFTER enter the campaign with their latest album Shell of Inexistence, a record that Loudwire pegged as a knife-edge fusion of classic death metal and melody. Pulling from the Gothenburg tradition while carving their own path, HELLLDRIFTER’s songwriting brings weight, groove and existential teeth to the lineup. Their newest material hits with the same quality and care you’d expect from a band produced at Hard Drive Sound Studios and mastered at Kohlekeller. Holding the line alongside them is Austrian thrash battalion MORTAL STRIKE, a no-bull, riff-forward crew that has been punching holes in stages across Europe for over a decade. Every tour with MORTAL STRIKE reads like a bonding ritual. Beer, sweat, speed and a healthy disrespect for half measures. The routing says it all. No soft openings. No shortcuts. Just nightly engagements, real crowds and real mileage. STAGE DATES:14.05 Maribor15.05 Graz16.05 Zagreb17.05 Vienna INFEST + HELLLDRIFTER continue the assault:19.05 Nurnberg (INFEST only)20.05 Balingen21.05 Chemnitz22.05 Halle23.05 Weiden24.05 Budapest (INFEST only) This run isn’t about hype or chasing phone-screen trends. It’s about doing what metal bands have always done. Show up, play loud, shake hands and build brotherhood the old fashioned way, in the flesh. Call it unity, call it friendship or call it what the bands themselves call it: legion. AMBASSADORS OVER EUROPE TOUR 2026INFEST • HELLLDRIFTER • MORTAL STRIKEPresented by Violent Creek Records For press, interviews, reviews or promotional inquiries contact:zach@metaldevastationradio.com Infest: [jrEmbed module="jrYouTube" youtube_id="u5HYwit96CA"] Helldrifter: [jrEmbed module="jrYouTube" youtube_id="df0cXTATl6g"] Mortal Strike: [jrEmbed module="jrYouTube" youtube_id="GFdzKGRI_0M"] Less

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE No Clean Singing Spotlights Acerbic’s “Shallow Grave” Ahead of Debut EP Release Olympia, WA – Pacific Northwest death-thrash unit Acerbic continue their fast climb through the underground with a new feature from respected... More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE No Clean Singing Spotlights Acerbic’s “Shallow Grave” Ahead of Debut EP Release Olympia, WA – Pacific Northwest death-thrash unit Acerbic continue their fast climb through the underground with a new feature from respected extreme music outlet No Clean Singing, who showcased the band’s latest single “Shallow Grave” on their high-traffic platform this week. In the feature, No Clean Singing praised the track’s hostile riff assault, guttural vocal delivery, and the band’s unhinged energy captured in a stark, woodsy performance video filmed by J. Donovan Malley. The outlet also highlighted the dynamic shift midway through the song, where a serpentine melodic motif adds an unexpected exotic flair and pushes the composition into more esoteric territory. “Shallow Grave” will appear on Acerbic’s debut EP Abhorrent Atrocities Against All Humankind, set for a February 2026 release and featuring hand-painted cover artwork by illustrator Matt Stikker, whose previous work includes pieces for Power Trip, Exhumed, and Visigoth. With the feature landing at No Clean Singing, Acerbic adds another high-value press highlight to their rollout, positioning the band firmly in front of genre-dedicated readers worldwide and building momentum leading into the EP’s release month. Check it out here: https://www.nocleansinging.com/2026/01/09/seen-and-heard-wolfbastard-ninth-realm-acerbic-absent-ritual/ For interviews, review copies, or press inquiries: zach@metaldevastationradio.com Check them out on YouTube and subscribe: [jrEmbed module="jrYouTube" youtube_id="NE1HH6y5IwY"] Connect: https://www.facebook.com/AcerbicMetalhttps://www.instagram.com/acerbic.metal/https://www.youtube.com/@AcerbicMetalhttps://acerbic.bandcamp.com Contact: riffsandspliffs666@gmail.com Less

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Distant’s New Single “Nothing Left To Hate” Featured by Metal Injection, PRP, Knotfest, Chaoszine, Lambgoat & More Dutch/Slovakian deathcore powerhouse Distant, signed to Century Media Records, have released their... More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Distant’s New Single “Nothing Left To Hate” Featured by Metal Injection, PRP, Knotfest, Chaoszine, Lambgoat & More Dutch/Slovakian deathcore powerhouse Distant, signed to Century Media Records, have released their latest single, “Nothing Left To Hate”, accompanied by an official music video. Following October’s Desolation, the new track delivers thicker riffs, deeper grooves, and full-on destructive force. “Nothing Left To Hate is Distant at full destructive force — thicker riffs, deeper grooves, and a raw dive into self-destruction and chaos,” the band says. “The track is made for circle pits, rage workouts, and letting the anger out.” The single arrives just ahead of Distant joining Sylosis on a massive European tour, kicking off January 16 and spanning venues across Germany, Denmark, Finland, Sweden, Norway, Austria, Hungary, Czechia, Switzerland, Italy, France, Spain, the UK, and Ireland. Distant closed out 2025 with a packed Evisceratour across the US and Canada alongside Ingested and Ov Sulfur, as well as their Dutch Xmas Special, featuring Cabal and local support acts, giving back to their home scene. The release has already been featured by Metal Injection, PRP, Knotfest, Metal Heads Forever Magazine, Chaoszine, Kill the Music, Lambgoat, Metal Underground, and New Noise Magazine. Watch the video for “Nothing Left To Hate” here: [jrEmbed module="jrYouTube" youtube_id="4U-cKUpPkQ0"] The band comments:“‘Nothing Left To Hate’ is DISTANT at full destructive force. Thicker riffs, deeper grooves, and a raw dive into self-destruction and chaos. This track is built for circle pits, rage workouts, and letting the anger out.” The release lands just days before DISTANT hit the road with Sylosis for a massive European tour beginning January 16, putting the band in front of thousands of new fans across the continent. The momentum follows an already relentless run, including the Evisceratour across the USA and Canada with Ingested and Ov Sulfur, plus their own Dutch Xmas Special supporting the local scene. DISTANT have become one of the defining forces in modern European deathcore. Blending brutal death metal, slam, noise, and beatdown with a hyper-dissonant atmosphere of impending doom, the band has evolved far beyond their early metalcore roots formed among friends in Rotterdam and Bratislava. What remains is pure sonic annihilation, refined and weaponized. DISTANT – TOUR DATES 2026 DISTANT w/ Sylosis, Revocation, Life Cycles: Jan. 16, 26 (DE) Oberhausen - KulttempelJan. 17, 26 (DE) Hamburg - GruenspanJan. 18, 26 (DE) Berlin - Hole44Jan. 19, 26 (DK) Copenhagen - PumpehusetJan. 21, 26 (FIN) Helsinki - Tavastia ClubJan. 23, 26 (SE) Stockholm - Fryshuset KlubbenJan. 24, 26 (NO) Oslo - John DeeJan. 25, 26 (SE) Göteborg - PustervikJan. 27, 26 (DE) Nürnberg - HirschJan. 28, 26 (DE) Wien - SzeneJan. 29, 26 (DE) München - BackstageJan. 30, 26 (HUN) Budapest - Barba NegraJan. 31, 26 (CZ) Prague - MeetFactoryFeb. 1, 26 (DE) Karlsruhe - SubstageFeb. 3, 26 (CH) Zürich - DynamoFeb. 4, 26 (AT) Dornbirn - Conrad SohmFeb. 5, 26 (IT) Milan - Legend Club MilanoFeb. 6, 26 (FR) Villeurbanne - La RayonneFeb. 7, 26 (ES) Barcelona - SalamandraFeb. 8, 26 (ES) Madrid - Sala MON Live MadridFeb. 10, 26 (FR) Paris - La Machine du Moulin RougeFeb. 11, 26 (NL) Haarlem - PatronaatFeb. 12, 26 (BE) Gent - Vierde ZaalFeb. 13, 26 (NL) Eindhoven - DynamoFeb. 14, 26 (DE) Dresden - Reithalle DresdenFeb. 15, 26 (PL) Kraków - Klub KwadratFeb. 17, 26 (DE) Frankfurt - ZoomFeb. 18, 26 (DE) Hannover - Musikzentrum HannoverFeb. 20, 26 (UK) London O2 Forum Kentish TownFeb. 21, 26 (UK) Manchester - O2 Ritz ManchesterFeb. 22, 26 (IE) Dublin - The Academy May 10, 26 (US) Daytona Beach, FL - Welcome to Rockville Jun. 18–21, 26 (BE) Dessel - Graspop Metal MeetingJun. 24, 26 (CZ) Pilsen - Basinfire FestivalJun. 26–27, 26 (DE) Leipzig - Impericon FestivalJun. 27, 26 (NL) Ysselsteyn - Jera On AirJul. 4, 26 (ES) Viveiro - Resurrection FestOct. 31, 26 (DE) Göppingen - Core Fest Listen / Stream / Pre-save:https://distantband.lnk.to/NothingLeftToHate-Single Connect with the band:  https://linktr.ee/DistantOfficialhttps://distantofficial.com/https://www.instagram.com/distantofficial/https://www.facebook.com/DistantOfficialhttps://twitter.com/distantnlhttps://distantofficial.com/pages/epk Contact: Distantbandnl@gmail.com Less

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE DECIBEL MAGAZINE SPOTLIGHTS NEW DOCUMENTARY “DEATH REIGNS” AND THE CONTROVERSY SURROUNDING TENNESSEE’S METAL DEVASTATION MUSIC FEST Jackson, TN – Decibel Magazine has published a full-length feature review of Death Reigns,... More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE DECIBEL MAGAZINE SPOTLIGHTS NEW DOCUMENTARY “DEATH REIGNS” AND THE CONTROVERSY SURROUNDING TENNESSEE’S METAL DEVASTATION MUSIC FEST Jackson, TN – Decibel Magazine has published a full-length feature review of Death Reigns, the new documentary by filmmaker Randall Holt Kendrick that chronicles the pushback, pearl-clutching, politics, and cultural friction surrounding the Tennessee Metal Devastation Music Fest. The film dives into the modern incarnation of America’s long-running “devil’s music” panic, rooted in blues history and resurfacing decades later in the Bible Belt with the arrival of an underground metal festival that refused to apologize for existing. Originally launched in 2022 by Raven Moonla and Zach Moonshine of Metal Devastation Radio and Metal Devastation PR, the festival was immediately met with protests, online hysteria, and religious theatrics accusing the event of being demonic. Death Reigns documents the escalation, the public backlash, and the unexpected outcome: a successful festival that revitalized downtown commerce, sold 3,000 tickets, and demonstrated that heavy music builds community more than it breaks it. Decibel noted that the festival “exists as a microcosmic event of the macrocosmic ones those normally covered in Decibel,” highlighting the connective tissue between major global metal festivals and their scrappier, underground counterparts shaping their own scenes. The magazine also underscored the broader cultural takeaway, writing that the success of the fest was “a true case of money talking and bullshit walking,” crediting the event not only for running without incident, but for delivering a measurable financial bump for the city of Jackson and its local businesses. In addition to its socio-cultural commentary, Death Reigns earned praise for its production values and live footage from festival performers including Casket Robbery, Summoner’s Circle, Quiescent Mantis, and more. Interview segments and storytelling threads center on how metal communities form, how scenes sustain themselves, and how underground art creates belonging for people who often have nowhere else to go. At its core, the film argues against judging a book by its cover and makes the case that metal doesn’t destroy communities, it knits them together. As Decibel observed, festival footage of fans “from toddlers to the old and withered” sharing the stage speaks volumes to the intergenerational reach of heavy music and the ways scenes become surrogate families for those otherwise isolated or ostracized. Death Reigns continues to screen for film festivals and metal media outlets, and additional announcements will follow regarding public streaming and distribution. For more information, visit Metal Devastation Fest online and follow official channels for updates. Check out the article here:https://www.decibelmagazine.com/2026/01/08/film-review-death-reigns-shows-that-you-cant-stop-rock-and-roll-even-in-the-bible-belt/ ABOUT METAL DEVASTATION FESTMetal Devastation Fest is an independent underground metal festival held annually in Jackson, Tennessee. Founded in 2022, the festival features national and international acts spanning extreme metal genres and is committed to strengthening the underground metal community through live music, visibility, and cultural inclusion. ABOUT THE FILMDeath Reigns is a documentary by filmmaker Randall Holt Kendrick exploring the cultural pushback and controversy surrounding the Metal Devastation Fest, the modern echoes of the Satanic Panic, and the resilience of underground music communities in the American South. [jrEmbed module="jrYouTube" youtube_id="NG2skATg-fs"] Death Reigns is streaming on Thunderflix here Less

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE KÜNTSQUÄD Drop Sadistic New Video “Your Mum Sucks Crack In Hell”A Satirical Anti-Drug Sermon Through the Lens of The Exorcist Melbourne, Australia – Just when you thought KÜNTSQUÄD had blown their last gasket, the... More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE KÜNTSQUÄD Drop Sadistic New Video “Your Mum Sucks Crack In Hell”A Satirical Anti-Drug Sermon Through the Lens of The Exorcist Melbourne, Australia – Just when you thought KÜNTSQUÄD had blown their last gasket, the Australian crustmetal/deathpunk cult fires back with another unhinged visual onslaught. Today the band unveils their latest video “Your Mum Sucks Crack In Hell”, pulled from their blasphemous full-length Satan’s Cock, out now via Wormholedeath Records. Watch “Your Mum Sucks Crack In Hell” (Official Video):[jrEmbed module="jrYouTube" youtube_id="xO3iGJPYuJM"] Released January 6, 2026, the track is a filthy slice of black humor and social critique wrapped in KÜNTSQUÄD’s trademark chainsaw aesthetic. Drawing from the band’s recurring cinematic nods, the title flips the iconic Exorcist line on its head and slams it into modern drug culture. It’s equal parts satire, bile, and bitter truth about a society burning out its last remaining pleasures one crack pipe at a time. Lyrically, the band digs into the hypocrisy around substance control and the shadowy institutions pulling the strings. The message isn’t coded. Crack is demonized as satanic while other addictions are winked through boardrooms and government chambers with a clean conscience. Unsurprisingly, politicians remain damned well uninterested in solving the bigger problem because that would threaten the real supply chain: power. Musically it hits the way all KÜNTSQUÄD tracks do. Rusted riffs, grind-slicked grooves, and Paula VC Damnzal’s deranged sermon of a vocal delivery. It’s short, bitter, and catchy enough to hum on the way to your next bad decision. The video follows the band’s visually aggressive style: cheap, raw, and unapologetically hostile. No gloss. No narrative padding. Just the right amount of sleaze and menace to make grandma clutch her pearls and reconsider family dinner. STREAM THE ALBUM — Satan’s Cock:https://orcd.co/scalbum Satan’s Cock has already been raising eyebrows and flipping stomachs across the underground. The album recently hit #1 on Sentinel Daily’s Top 30 Chart, hailed as “another half hour of sonic unpleasantness… even more extreme this time around.” READ THE REVIEW:https://sentineldaily.com.au/kuntsquad-satans-cock-wormholedeath/ ABOUT KÜNTSQUÄD KÜNTSQUÄD (pronounced Kountskard) are Melbourne’s crust-ridden degenerates merging guttural rage, down-tuned filth, and blackened satire into one deranged sonic force. Their debut sold out multiple pressings. Their follow-up tore the doors clean off. For fans of: Autopsy, Discharge, Nunslaughter, Sadistik Exekution, and pure underground chaos. Lineup:Paula VC Damnzal – Guitar, VocalsNikronomiconSatanik – Lead GuitarBrett Eldridge – BassAdam Holmes – Drums Label: Wormholedeath RecordsRecorded/Mastered: Goatsound Studios (Jason Fuller & Jamie Collic)Cover Art: Rok (Sadistik Exekution)Management: Black Roos Entertainment PRESS & CONTACT For interviews, media requests, or promotional inquiry:Zach Moonshine – zach@metaldevastationradio.com  Follow Küntsquäd: https://www.facebook.com/kuntsquad666https://www.instagram.com/kuntsquad_cdmetal/https://open.spotify.com/artist/28anif90N0jw54NXcLlh4Mhttps://kuntsquad.bandcamp.com/track/psychotropic-lyfe Contact: Paula VC Damnzal – pauladamnzal@gmail.com Less