🔥 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, Dragonborn, 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, Dragonborn, crushed the competition with a staggering 213,754 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, November 14th at 9PM EST! 👇 Battle Of The Bands Championship For The Week Of 11/10/25 - 11/14/25 Less

Raise your swords and bang your heads, because the Symphonic Medieval Dark Metal juggernaut DRAGONBORN has conquered the realm! With a staggering 213,754 votes, they’ve claimed victory in our November 2025 Battle of the Bands, earning the mighty... More

Raise your swords and bang your heads, because the Symphonic Medieval Dark Metal juggernaut DRAGONBORN has conquered the realm! With a staggering 213,754 votes, they’ve claimed victory in our November 2025 Battle of the Bands, earning the mighty title of Band of the Month! Hailing from the frozen reaches of Ultima Thule, DRAGONBORN are not just a band—they’re a saga brought to life through crushing riffs, thunderous orchestration, and vocals that sound like they were ripped from the heart of a dying star. Their music forges the ancient and the modern into one blazing weapon of sonic warfare. Their debut opus, “The Riddle of Steel Beyond Ultima Thule,” isn’t simply an album—it’s a myth reborn in metal. Each song unfurls like a chapter from a lost epic, filled with prophecy, bloodshed, and divine revelation. From the haunting choirs to the relentless blast beats, every note feels carved in runes and set ablaze by dragonfire. Fronted by the indomitable King Valderion I, DRAGONBORN lead listeners through a soundscape where fire and ice collide, ancient empires fall, and the legacy of the Draconian bloodline rises once again. Their storytelling is as grand as their sound—equal parts cinematic and savage, melodic and merciless. This isn’t just music. It’s mythic metal resurrection. Join the legions of fans who crowned them champions and experience the power for yourself. Stream their epic debut and step into the world of DRAGONBORN:👉 https://dragonbornofficial.com/ Check them out on YouTube and subscribe: [jrEmbed module="jrYouTube" youtube_id="hzVHRTZt-k4"] Long live the dragon. 🐉🔥#Dragonborn #BandOfTheMonth #MetalDevastationPR #SymphonicMetal #DarkMetal #BattleOfTheBands #MetalDevastationRadio Less

Burnin’ Down the Rails: Brandon Barker of Rails To Roads Brings Southern Heat to The Zach Moonshine Show Friday night got loud and rowdy when Brandon Barker, frontman of Rails To Roads, joined The Zach Moonshine Show for an all-out conversation... More

Burnin’ Down the Rails: Brandon Barker of Rails To Roads Brings Southern Heat to The Zach Moonshine Show Friday night got loud and rowdy when Brandon Barker, frontman of Rails To Roads, joined The Zach Moonshine Show for an all-out conversation about new beginnings, hard-hitting rock, and keeping the underground spirit alive. “I’ve been doing good, dude — just keeping the music alive, bro,” Brandon said, kicking off the show with the kind of down-to-earth energy that’s made him a fixture in the scene. Rails To Roads, the Georgia-based powerhouse, is Barker’s latest creation, a band blending heavy riffs and southern grit into something raw and unmistakably alive. The new EP has been turning heads, and during the chat, Brandon dove into what sparked the project and where he sees it going. “I was ready for something new,” he explained. “Crazy Mad Ride might come back one day, but right now this is where my heart’s at — just straight-up rock and roll.” Of course, it wouldn’t be a Moonshine interview without some good laughs and a few road stories. The two traded memories from Tennessee Metal Devastation Music Fest, talked about the grind of life on stage, and the drive that keeps musicians like Barker pushing forward in the underground. Zach kept the night rolling with brand-new tracks from across the metal spectrum, plenty of shoutouts from the chatroom, and that signature wild vibe that makes every Friday night on Metal Devastation Radio feel like a party. If you missed it live, you can catch the full madness on Mixcloud and hear why Rails To Roads is gearing up to be one of the most talked-about new acts in southern rock and metal. Track List: Battle Of The Bands Top Six! 1 - Dragonborn - Revenge Of Pagan Swords - (61,892 votes)2 - Inclination of Direction - Ghoul La Ghalla - (13,724 votes)3 - Mistress - Cherity - (12,014 votes)4 - GUERRE CELESTE - THE GATE OF ISIS - (406 votes)5 - hideclose - Haunted View - (399 votes)6 - Devil and the Darkness - Simulacra - (275 votes) The Zach Moonshine Intro 7 - Ozzy Osbourne - Mr. Crowley/Gets Me Through Live8 - Eternal Drak - Leper Messiah Rails To Roads - Interview featuring Rock This Life Away/Darkest Hero 9 - Crazy Mad Ride - Down To The Wire10 - Selfgod - Chernobog/Chaos Born11 - Testament - Seek and Destroy12 - AGNOSTIC FRONT - Sunday Matinee13 - DEATH ANGEL - Cult Of The Used14 - MALEFIC THRONE - The Voice of My Ghost15 - DESPISED ICON - Shadow Work16 - KREATOR - Tränenpalast17 - Rottendom - Scorched Earth, Barren Hell18 - Lode Star - Angel of Darkness19 - Fallout Circus - Run for Cover20 - NetherDred - Spellbound21 - Neverskin - Piece Of Mind22 - Aerosmith, Yungblud - My Only Angel23 - Gallowglas - Bloodbuzz24 - IDŌL - Sya25 - St. Madness - Wild Child/Seek and Destroy/Arizona26 - LiveKill - Evil & Ecstasy27 - Engines Of Aggression - Nightmare In Pain Town28 - Horror Scene - Welcome To Your Hell29 - Lyrizone - MAKE YOU MINE30 - Idol Throne - Harbinger of Light 🎧 Listen to the full episode: Also available on Spotify, Apple, YouTube etc.  [jrEmbed module="jrYouTube" youtube_id="0ou6EcdyAKg"] Super huge thanks to the 127,307 metal maniacs that tuned in live to the broadcast Friday night! Check out the band on Bandcamp and support!  Rock This Life Away by Rails To Roads #ZachMoonshineShow #RailsToRoads #BrandonBarker #CrazyMadRide #TMDMF #MetalDevastationRadio #SupportTheUnderground #HardRock #SouthernRock #HeavyMetal #RockNRoll Less

TONIGHT, 6 PM PST on Metalicious and www.metaldevastationradio.com will have special guest PLAGUE BEARER LIVE! They are hitting the road this month and have been working hard in the studio writing new music and we are going to talk all about it,... More

TONIGHT, 6 PM PST on Metalicious and www.metaldevastationradio.com will have special guest PLAGUE BEARER LIVE! They are hitting the road this month and have been working hard in the studio writing new music and we are going to talk all about it, tour dates/venue below: THU 11/13 — Portland, OR ⁞ High Water Mark Lounge FRI 11/14 — Eureka, CA ⁞ Savage Henry Comedy SAT 11/15 — Sacramento, CA ⁞ Day 1 of Wretched Rites 2-Day Fest at Harlow's SUN 11/16 — Los Angeles, CA ⁞ Knucklehead MON 11/17 — San Diego, CA ⁞ The Tower Bar TUE 11/18 — Palmdale, CA ⁞ Transplants Brewing Company WED 11/19 — Las Vegas, NV ⁞ The Griffin THU 11/20 — Bakersfield, CA ⁞ Jerry's Pizza & Pub FRI 11/21 — Oakland, CA ⁞ Eli's Mile High Club SAT 11/22 —Eugene, OR ⁞ John Henry's SUN 11/23 — Seattle, WA ⁞ The Central Saloon Brought to you by Amos at Heavy Talent Tour art + TM: Death Metal Mama See less — with Death Metal Mama. Less

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE RockFeed Highlights Matt Zane’s Upcoming Documentary on Wayne Static and Tera Wray Los Angeles, CA – Filmmaker Matt Zane, longtime friend and collaborator of STATIC-X frontman Wayne Static and his wife Tera Wray, has... More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE RockFeed Highlights Matt Zane’s Upcoming Documentary on Wayne Static and Tera Wray Los Angeles, CA – Filmmaker Matt Zane, longtime friend and collaborator of STATIC-X frontman Wayne Static and his wife Tera Wray, has announced an upcoming unauthorized documentary exploring their intense and tragic relationship. Production is set to begin in January 2026, accompanied by a crowdfunding campaign to support the project. Zane, who captured moments of their life over the years, plans to honor the vision Wayne and Tera once shared. The film will feature previously unreleased music recorded by Wayne, including select tracks completed with AI technology from a movie Tera was working on. For interviews, promo materials, or more info, contact: zach@metaldevastationradio.com Less

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SURVIVALIST Set to Crush the Scene with Their Take on a Slipknot Classic – Out Friday, November 28th, 2025 Genre: Metalcore / Deathcore / GrooveFor Fans Of: Slipknot, Chelsea Grin, Wage War, Alpha Wolf, Kublai Khan,... More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SURVIVALIST Set to Crush the Scene with Their Take on a Slipknot Classic – Out Friday, November 28th, 2025 Genre: Metalcore / Deathcore / GrooveFor Fans Of: Slipknot, Chelsea Grin, Wage War, Alpha Wolf, Kublai Khan, Whitechapel, Killswitch Engage, Dying Wish Pre-Save / Stream Link Coming Soon Belfast, Ireland – Rising metalcore and deathcore powerhouse Survivalist is back to shake the foundations of the modern metal scene with a thunderous new release: their rendition of a Slipknot classic, dropping Friday, November 28th, 2025. This single showcases Survivalist’s signature “Groovecore” style — a lethal combination of crushing breakdowns, massive riffs, and melodic hooks — while paying homage to one of metal’s most iconic forces. The band, consisting of Gavin Sharp (vocals), Nick Butcher (guitar), Lee Shaw (bass), and Rhys Fraser (drums), has steadily built a reputation for delivering emotionally charged performances and high-octane releases. Their previous singles, including Failure Of Being and Deathbed (ft. Alex Koehler), have already cemented them as one of the most exciting names in the metalcore/deathcore scene, racking up tens of thousands of streams and earning features across 50+ international press outlets and radio stations. Survivalist’s cover of this Slipknot track promises to honor the original while injecting the band’s unique intensity and groove-laden fury. Fans can expect a sonic storm that blends raw emotion with technical ferocity, bridging the gap between metalcore precision and deathcore brutality. Having shared stages with Chelsea Grin, Polaris, Suffocation, Atreyu, Kublai Khan, and more, and with tours alongside Thy Art Is Murder in the pipeline, Survivalist continues to prove they belong at the forefront of modern heavy music. This release is another step in a trajectory that shows no signs of slowing down — a fitting tribute to a metal legend while reinforcing Survivalist’s identity as a force to be reckoned with. Production: Josh Sid Robinson / JSR Audio For press inquiries, interview requests, or additional information, please contact:zach@metaldevastationradio.com  Connect with Survivalist:  https://www.facebook.com/survivalist.gchttps://www.instagram.com/survivalist.gc/https://survivalistgc.bandcamp.com/ Contact: svrvivalist@gmail.com  Less

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Horror Scene and Raven Black Climb the Metal Contraband Charts November 7, 2025 — Metal Devastation PR is thrilled to announce that clients Horror Scene and Raven Black are making waves on the Metal Contraband Top 5 Metal... More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Horror Scene and Raven Black Climb the Metal Contraband Charts November 7, 2025 — Metal Devastation PR is thrilled to announce that clients Horror Scene and Raven Black are making waves on the Metal Contraband Top 5 Metal Charts. Horror Scene has skyrocketed from #44 in week 1 to #22 this week, while Raven Black holds a strong position at #23. These milestones reflect the growing momentum and impact of both acts in the global metal scene, underscoring their relentless energy and dedication to heavy music. For more information, interviews, or press inquiries, contact: zach@metaldevastationradio.com Check out the bands at these links: https://metaldevastationradio.com/thebeast/blog/28085/horror-scene-formerly-suicide-puppets-unleashes-new-single-welcome-to-your-hell-will-be-released-10-03-25 https://metaldevastationradio.com/thebeast/blog/28063/raven-black-smashes-400k-streams-in-just-5-days-with-new-release Less

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Matt Miller and Band Unveil Playthrough for “Summoned” from Seventh Studio Album “Fiber Tormentum” — Out Now Technical death metal guitarist Matt Miller has released a full-band playthrough video for “Summoned,” a standout... More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Matt Miller and Band Unveil Playthrough for “Summoned” from Seventh Studio Album “Fiber Tormentum” — Out Now Technical death metal guitarist Matt Miller has released a full-band playthrough video for “Summoned,” a standout track from his seventh studio album Fiber Tormentum, out now via Exitus Stratagem Records. The video showcases the technical precision and dynamic chemistry of Miller’s new lineup: Jordan Kelso (drums, synth), Justice Robinett (bass), and Biko Wright (vocals). Together, they deliver a performance that’s as crushing and relentless as it is melodic and epic. “‘Summoned’ is about the travel and detailed plans of the invaders, using astonishing acts. The music is something like a computer algorithm or an alien language. We wanted the playthrough to capture both the technicality and the storytelling behind the song; it’s overwhelming, but in the best way possible,” says Miller. Released in September 2025, Fiber Tormentum is Miller’s first full-band album after years as a solo artist. Originally conceived as an instrumental record, it evolved into a full-scale concept album with vocals and contributions from the full lineup. The album tells a loose sci-fi narrative of alien invaders manipulating human DNA, blending technical death metal, power metal, progressive death, and symphonic elements. “We set out to push ourselves to our best performances and explore all musical possibilities. Fiber Tormentum is ambitious, theatrical, and memorable, blending technical mastery with hook-driven songwriting while retaining a human feel,” Miller explains. After starting his solo project in 2020 and touring with Rings of Saturn in 2022, Miller assembled a full lineup to bring his vision to life. The band has since toured Europe supporting Possessed and continues to build momentum with intense live performances. Described in five words: relentless, soaring, crushing, intense, epic, Miller’s music draws influence from Necrophagist, Wintersun, Symphony X, Nevermore, and The Faceless, while forging a unique identity. The album artwork, created by the late Joshua Nassaru Ward (Voraath), depicts a tormented face mid-transformation, reflecting the album’s core theme. Fiber Tormentum is available on all major platforms via Exitus Stratagem Records. Listen / Watch / Purchase: Digital: https://hypeddit.com/mattmiller/fibertormentum CD: https://www.exsrmusic.com/store/p/wnn3m10s6beq0pbmnot0e17ghvj629 Check out the video and subscribe: [jrEmbed module="jrYouTube" youtube_id="5FJxxg_dd2k"]   Follow Matt Miller Online Website: https://www.shreded1.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/matt.miller.96995238Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mattmiller630 Follow Exitus Stratagem Records Website: https://www.exsrmusic.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ExSRecordsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/exsrmusicX (Twitter): https://twitter.com/exsrmusic Contact: shreded1@gmail.com  Less

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Darren Michael Boyd Unleashes “Perpetual Night” — A Spooky Surf Guitar Masterpiece Award-Winning Canadian Guitarist Delivers a Hauntingly Beautiful Instrumental Rock Album on Halloween 2025 Ottawa, Ontario, Canada —... More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Darren Michael Boyd Unleashes “Perpetual Night” — A Spooky Surf Guitar Masterpiece Award-Winning Canadian Guitarist Delivers a Hauntingly Beautiful Instrumental Rock Album on Halloween 2025 Ottawa, Ontario, Canada — October 31, 2025 — Ottawa-based virtuoso Darren Michael Boyd has officially released his latest solo album, Perpetual Night, blending spine-tingling surf rock riffs with the virtuosity of instrumental guitar mastery. Drawing comparisons to John 5, Joe Satriani, and the theatrical flair of Alice Cooper, Boyd’s newest work has already captivated fans and critics alike. Described by fans as “Spooky Surf” and by reviewers as “Dick Dale meets Joe Satriani in a horror movie,” Boyd continues to push the boundaries of instrumental rock. His solo career, born from personal resilience following a life-altering car accident, now spans six albums and over 20 music videos, each showcasing his distinct, cinematic approach to guitar-driven storytelling. Boyd’s career has been punctuated by critical acclaim and awards, including: Best Music Video from the Alternative Film Festival in Toronto (ALTFF) for Perpetual Night (June 2025) Composer of the Year at the Red Carpet Awards Show, Europe (2024) Three Josie Music Award nominations in 2024: Musician of the Year (Guitarist), Song of the Year for Darkling, and Instrumental Album of the Year for Hexalogy Best North American Music Video, Toronto Independent Film Festival, for Arachnochakra Boyd’s live experience and collaborations are just as impressive. He has performed alongside acts like Creeping Beauty, Famous Underground (featuring Juno Award-winning Nicholas Walsh), One-Eyed Doll, Wednesday 13, Yngwie Malmsteen, Stryper, Beasto Blanco, and Lee Aaron. He has also contributed his skills to theatrical productions, including a sold-out run of Queen’s We Will Rock You with The Mississippi Mudds Theatre Group. In addition to his recent signing with Europe’s Sliptrick Records, Boyd has steadily built a reputation as a first-class guitarist, composer, and educator, being voted Best Guitar Teacher in the Ottawa Valley/North Grenville Readers Choice Awards. Perpetual Night, out on Halloween 2025, continues Boyd’s legacy of melding virtuosic guitar work with theatrical, spooky storytelling, offering fans a chillingly immersive musical journey. For more information, interviews, or press requests: zach@metaldevastationradio.com Connect with the band: https://darrenboyd.com/https://www.facebook.com/groups/darrenmichaelboydhttps://www.instagram.com/darren.michael.boyd/https://www.youtube.com/@DarrenMichaelBoydhttps://darrenmichaelboyd.bandcamp.comhttps://open.spotify.com/artist/13IYAOkMpkJvWrllsPS49p?si=CVbV8zpoRwyLdp68zLqMFwhttps://music.apple.com/us/artist/darren-michael-boyd/1438551645 Contact: darrenboyd@magma.ca Less

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE NetherDred Unleashes “Lords of Mayhem” EP, Diving Headfirst Into the Netherverse Tucson, AZ — November 7, 2025 — Emerging from the crucible of power metal, NWOTHM, and black metal, NetherDred announces the release of their... More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE NetherDred Unleashes “Lords of Mayhem” EP, Diving Headfirst Into the Netherverse Tucson, AZ — November 7, 2025 — Emerging from the crucible of power metal, NWOTHM, and black metal, NetherDred announces the release of their highly anticipated EP, “Lords of Mayhem”, arriving worldwide on December 10, 2025. Fans of Dio, Iron Maiden, and Mercyful Fate will find themselves drawn into the epic tales and dark, immersive soundscapes that define the band’s signature style. NetherDred is more than a band; it’s a fully realized universe. Their self-created Netherverse combines characters, monsters, heroes, villains, and demons with stories exploring morality, fate, fear, death, and consequences. The “Lords of Mayhem” EP is the first chapter in a trilogy of limited edition EPs, each accompanied by a graphic novella that brings the Netherverse to life both sonically and visually. Recorded at Lucid Chaos Studios, mixed at Mayhem’s Lair, and mastered at MoonRaven Studios, the EP delivers a cinematic metal experience that blends classic heavy metal precision with modern, theatrical intensity. NetherDred made their live debut in Tucson, AZ at Metalfest XXXV in August 2025 and followed with a performance at Level 1 of the Southwest Powerfest in El Paso, TX in September. Fans can experience the full power of the Netherverse live in 2026 by checking https://netherdred.com/ for upcoming festival appearances. Preorders for “Lords of Mayhem” are available now at https://netherdred.bandcamp.com/album/lords-of-mayhem For more information, interviews, or media requests, please contact: zach@metaldevastationradio.com Connect with the band: https://netherdred.com/https://www.facebook.com/Netherdred/https://www.instagram.com/netherdred/https://netherdred.bandcamp.com/https://open.spotify.com/album/5YrQNHIEuzrEI4rdfr8jeLhttps://music.apple.com/us/artist/netherdred/1843173886 Contact: Trek Fitzgerald netherdred@gmail.com Less