🔥 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, ANTISAINT , 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, ANTISAINT , crushed the competition with a staggering 29,398 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, January  16th at 9PM EST! 👇 Who Will Rise as This Week’s Champion on the MDR Battle Of The Bands? 01/12/25 - 01/16/26 Less

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE HMP Magazine Spotlights Metal Devastation PR Artists in New Issue Featuring Testament’s Chuck Billy Polish metal magazine HMP has featured multiple artists from the Metal Devastation PR roster in its latest print issue... More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE HMP Magazine Spotlights Metal Devastation PR Artists in New Issue Featuring Testament’s Chuck Billy Polish metal magazine HMP has featured multiple artists from the Metal Devastation PR roster in its latest print issue (Issue 96, 2026), which also places Chuck Billy of Testament front and center on the cover. With Testament’s iconic frontman leading the issue, strong readership and circulation are expected throughout the European metal market. Inside the issue, readers will find interviews and album reviews showcasing a diverse range of international heavy music represented by Metal Devastation PR: KILLERWITCH (Malta)The Maltese heavy/power metal band received both a full-length interview and album review for their new LP Palace of the Dragon. HMP praised the band’s traditional 80s metal approach, Maiden-style gallops, oriental motifs, and baroque acoustic passages. The magazine also spotlighted the group’s DIY production efforts and Malta’s growing underground metal community. ON THE LOOSE (Portugal)The doom-driven quartet’s album Path To Serenity received a perfect score from HMP, who commended its sincerity, 70s hard rock influence, massive 10-minute title track, and a successful interpretation of Lynyrd Skynyrd’s “Simple Man.” The review called for wider availability and more albums in this vein. RETURN TO DARKNESS (USA)While the review of Eternal carried a tougher critique overall, HMP noted standout moments including the track “Another World,” where the band’s faster thrash direction took shape, and the lively “Texas BBQ,” praised for its unexpected stylistic twist. The feedback reinforces the band’s risk-taking approach and offers clear areas for development as they continue to evolve. SCARECROW (Russia)The Russian hard rock outfit drew attention for their Zeppelin-inspired sound, long-form songwriting, eastern motifs, and ambitious arrangements found on Scarecrow III. The musicianship and creativity were highlighted as strengths, appealing to fans of 70s epic rock. Metal Devastation PR founder Zach Moonshine commented, “It’s great seeing international print outlets still giving space to underground and independent bands. Scenes don’t grow without that kind of support, and we’re grateful for HMP’s coverage and interest in the roster.” This latest press coverage strengthens Metal Devastation PR’s international media footprint while providing featured artists with valuable exposure across the European heavy music market. About Metal Devastation PRMetal Devastation PR is an independent music publicity and radio promotion agency focused on supporting underground heavy music through media outreach, radio, playlisting, and targeted campaign strategy. The company works with labels and independent artists across the globe. zach@metaldevastationradio.com Check out the magazine here: https://www.facebook.com/HeavyMetalPages More info on the bands here: https://metaldevastationradio.com/thebeast/blog/26604/press-release-scarecrow-new-album-scarecrow-iii-out-now https://metaldevastationradio.com/thebeast/blog/28301/killerwitch-unleashes-palace-of-the-dragon-a-true-heavy-metal-odyssey-forged-in-malta https://metaldevastationradio.com/thebeast/blog/28219/on-the-loose-drop-monumental-new-single-video-echoes-of-glory-out-now-alongside-album-path-to-serenity https://metaldevastationradio.com/thebeast/blog/28041/return-to-darkness-unleashes-eternal-thrash-metal-reborn Less

Horror Scene: Industrial Chaos, Hardcore Roots, and the Stories Behind “Yeah You” If you thought the underground metal scene was just riffs and growls, think again. Horror Scene is here to prove it’s more than music—it’s a movement. I caught up... More

Horror Scene: Industrial Chaos, Hardcore Roots, and the Stories Behind “Yeah You” If you thought the underground metal scene was just riffs and growls, think again. Horror Scene is here to prove it’s more than music—it’s a movement. I caught up with the band on The Zach Moonshine Show, and what started as a casual conversation quickly became an unfiltered deep dive into the chaos, creativity, and sheer ferocity that fuels these industrial-metal provocateurs. From Suicide Puppets to Horror Scene: A Name That Opens Doors The story begins with a simple, yet pivotal change. Originally called Suicide Puppets, the band found themselves hitting a wall online: algorithms buried them, Google blocked ads, and social media wouldn’t play nice. “Suicide Puppets was a tricky name, man. Every time I posted about it, it’d throw up these ‘do you need help?’ screens,” one member laughs. Enter the new name: Horror Scene. Clean, concise, and terrifyingly effective. The change was more than cosmetic—it unlocked doors in the underground and legitimized their presence in the modern metal ecosystem. “We all sat down, looked at names that would look good on a poster, and Horror Scene just stuck. Surprisingly, no one had picked it before.” It’s a perfect fit for a band that’s unapologetically theatrical, from corpse paint to industrial chaos. Crafting “Yeah You”: Hooks, Chaos, and a Middle Finger to Safety Horror Scene isn’t here to play it safe, and their new single “Yeah You” proves it. Produced by Dan Mauch (Ghost, Gojira), the track blends industrial aggression, crushing grooves, and hooks that punch you square in the face. “Dan really wanted to work on it, but we had to start with Welcome to Your Hell. It was all about timing and making sure it hit just right.” The band describes their music as a melting pot of influences: punk, industrial, hair metal, and pure modern metal brutality. Each member brings a different background to the mix, creating a sound that’s hard to categorize but impossible to ignore. “We all come from different backgrounds—punk, hair metal, industrial…mix it together, and that’s what it is.” It’s this diverse approach that makes their tracks radio-ready yet still dangerously underground. Touring, Collaborations, and the Metal Family Horror Scene has rubbed shoulders with some of metal’s finest. Touring with Soulfly in 2021 brought them into the tribe immediately, with tour mom duties handled by Gloria, Max Cavalera’s wife, who made sure the band stayed safe and sane. “Every person who came to our merch booth said the same thing: ‘I don’t know where to put you guys.’ It’s industrial, it’s metal, it’s punk—it doesn’t fit neatly anywhere. And that’s exactly the point.” They’ve also crossed paths with legends like Dino from Fear Factory and John Bechtel from Ministry, building connections that have expanded their reach both on the stage and in the studio. Horror Scene on Film: The Soundtrack of Fear Beyond albums and live shows, Horror Scene’s music has found its way into the horror world. Tracks have been featured in films like The Boy From Below and the action thriller The Desperate. The journey started with a simple collaboration: a composer friend doing orchestral work introduced their music to directors, and the rest, as they say, is history. “It’s literally dumb luck. But you’ve got to keep grinding and be ready when it hits.” For fans of horror and industrial metal, this synergy makes perfect sense. The band’s cinematic soundscapes and thematic aggression translate naturally to the screen. Influences, Gear, and the Hunt for the Perfect Sound Horror Scene’s influences read like a metal fan’s dream playlist: Metallica, Megadeth, Pantera, Ministry, 9 Inch Nails, Slipknot, and more. Each member brings something unique to the table, from industrial grit to punk fire. Studio-wise, they rely heavily on Kemper amps, with virtually no pedals—just pure tonal flexibility. “We’ve spent months tweaking sounds. The Kemper lets you dial in any amp you want,” one member explains. The pursuit of the perfect sound is painstaking, obsessive, and totally worth it—because when Horror Scene hits your ears, you feel every note. Community, Chaos, and Metal Devastation Outside the studio and stage, the band’s heart is in the community. They’ve built Metal Devastation Festival in Tennessee, growing a local metal scene where once there was none. It’s a testament to their belief that metal isn’t just music—it’s a lifestyle, a statement, and a family. “Put your speakers in your windows, drag them to your neighbor’s house, and crank it loud. Let them hear what metal is supposed to sound like.” What’s Next for Horror Scene? The band isn’t slowing down. A new single and music video are on the horizon for early 2026, along with more studio sessions, festival appearances, and horror-con performances. Awards season is approaching too, with nominations at the Central Pennsylvania Music Awards—proof that the underground is paying attention. Horror Scene proves that industrial metal isn’t just a sound—it’s an experience. A mixture of chaos, creativity, and unapologetic energy that refuses to be categorized, tamed, or ignored. Horror Scene is a band that thrives on unpredictability, blends multiple genres into devastating industrial metal, and knows how to make chaos work in their favor—on stage, in the studio, and even on the big screen. Don’t sleep on these guys. Crank it loud and get ready to experience metal the way it’s meant to be. Stream the full show on Mixcloud now: Track List:  Battle of The bands Top Six: 1 - Mistress - Terrified eyes2 - Bound To Prevail - Consecrated Perdition3 - Eden On Fire - Brigade4 - MOTORGOD - Fire in the Sky5 - Krushor - Shockwave6 - Adeline Gray - Cold Void The Zach Moonshine Show Intro 7 - Ozzy Osbourne - Gets Me Through/Dreamer8 - Body Count - Civil War9 - Distant - Nothing Left To Hate Horror Scene - Interview featuring Yeah You/Welcome To Your Hell/Devil You Don't Know 10 - Sylosis - Erased11 - Beltfed Weapon - Digital Genesis12 - Faith in Vain - SOUL∞TIED13 - Tentaclaus - Get Fucked14 - Infestation - Rapid Fire!15 - Sorrowseed - Incinerate16 - Phenomy - Shellshock Paradise17 - Terror Garden - Piss Drunk18 - Balistic - Angel of Light19 - NINE RED MOONS - Sumerian Songs For The Dead20 - Lightlorn - Emergent Chaos21 - Concrete - Midnight Demigod22 - EverFelt - Sludge23 - Hellrazor - Sands of Time Also check out the interview segment on YouTube, Spotify etc.  [jrEmbed module="jrYouTube" youtube_id="AbEXkps43N4"] Friday night was chaos unleashed on The Zach Moonshine Show as we hosted Horror Scene LIVE—and damn, you showed up in force. 118,053 metal maniacs tuned in from all over the world to blast “Yeah You” and get the full industrial-metal experience. 🤘🔥 Less

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Heavy Magazine Features Early Look at Matt Zane’s Upcoming Wayne Static Documentary and Newly Unearthed 1999 Footage Heavy Magazine has published a feature on filmmaker Matt Zane and his upcoming documentary examining the... More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Heavy Magazine Features Early Look at Matt Zane’s Upcoming Wayne Static Documentary and Newly Unearthed 1999 Footage Heavy Magazine has published a feature on filmmaker Matt Zane and his upcoming documentary examining the relationship between Wayne Static and Tera Wray. Although full production is slated to begin in January, early work has already led to a major archival discovery that’s capturing attention inside the metal community. While digitizing hours of old tapes filmed with the couple, Zane uncovered a previously unseen interview with Wayne Static from 1999. The footage, untouched for more than 25 years, was recorded shortly after Static-X completed its first run on Ozzfest. The interview shows Wayne at a pivotal moment as the band’s rise was just taking shape. “I couldn’t believe it,” Zane told Heavy Magazine. “It was raw footage from the first time I officially filmed Wayne. Almost 20 minutes of him, right when everything was starting to happen. The tape is over 25 years old, and it still plays.” Although the documentary centers on Wayne’s relationship with Tera Wray years later, Zane says the 1999 footage adds valuable context and shows another side of Wayne beyond the public persona. “There are a few things in there that really show Wayne’s depth as a person and his sense of humour,” Zane explained. “It adds context, and I’ll definitely be including some of it.” Additional details surrounding the documentary will be announced as production continues. For inquiries regarding media coverage, interviews, and promotional opportunities, contact: zach@metaldevastationradio.com Check it out here: https://heavymag.com.au/rare-unreleased-footage-of-wayne-static-emerges/ More details here: https://metaldevastationradio.com/thebeast/blog/28444/jaye-jones-issues-statement-regarding-matt-zane-documentary-and-the-wishes-of-wayne-static-and-tera-wray-static Less

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE BONEYARD UNVEIL “HANGING TREE” AS NEW SINGLE FROM UPCOMING ALBUM BLACK STATIC, FEATURED IN METAL HAMMER Edmonton’s Boneyard return with a new single that swings hard from the hip. “Hanging Tree” blends hard rock power,... More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE BONEYARD UNVEIL “HANGING TREE” AS NEW SINGLE FROM UPCOMING ALBUM BLACK STATIC, FEATURED IN METAL HAMMER Edmonton’s Boneyard return with a new single that swings hard from the hip. “Hanging Tree” blends hard rock power, melodic metal hooks and an unexpected western aesthetic, giving listeners a cinematic ride loaded with groove, grit and a streak of black humor. It marks the third advance single from the band’s upcoming full length Black Static. Recently featured in Metal Hammer, the track and interview spotlight the band’s evolving identity, inclusive spirit and genre-hybrid sound that has helped them carve out space in the Canadian rock and metal landscape since forming in 2015. Frontwoman and guitarist Pamtera breaks down the creative spark behind the track. “We write heavy music, but we never take ourselves too seriously. Playing with contrasts and surprise is part of our personality. The western flavor came in naturally and it just made the whole song more fun and cinematic.” The band’s lineup continues to pay dividends in terms of chemistry and character. Slide and western-leaning phrases from Garhardt, punk attitude from Lezzy Osbourne, and the rhythmic glue of Jefftimus and Pamtera all factor into the Boneyard DNA. The collaboration also extends visually. The music video for “Hanging Tree” finds the band leaning into historical costuming, playful staging and their own brand of frontier mischief. Metal Hammer also highlighted the band’s mix of identity and authenticity. Lezzy speaks to LGBTQ+ representation in heavy music, while Jefftimus reflects on bringing Métis resilience and perspective into touring life. Rather than tokenizing these elements, Boneyard treat them as lived realities that inform how they write, perform and navigate the modern rock world. Black Static follows the band’s debut Oathbreaker, once again working with acclaimed mastering engineer Maor Appelbaum. The intention is to preserve the live power Boneyard are known for, while giving Black Static a wider cinematic frame and more diverse sonic palette. Asked what they hope listeners take away from Black Static, the band points toward emotion and authenticity. The record draws heavily from real frustrations, defiance, doubt and personal experience, balanced by the fictional storytelling found in tracks like “Hanging Tree” and “Compass Points to War”. With a steadily growing profile and the support of platforms like Metal Hammer, Boneyard continue pushing forward with confidence and a willingness to color outside the genre lines. MEDIA & CONTACTFor interviews, features, review copies or promotional support please contact: zach@metaldevastationradio.com Check out the feature here: https://www.metalhammer.it/interviste/2026/01/09/boneyard-tra-western-metallo-e-ironia-nera/ More info on the band here: https://metaldevastationradio.com/thebeast/blog/28196/boneyard-unleashes-wild-new-single-video-hanging-tree-out-now Less

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