FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE LOST RELICS ANNOUNCE NEW SINGLE “SAINT CATHARINES” OUT JUNE 26 First taste of upcoming EP Monuments to the Useless Denver sludge and dirt rock heavyweights Lost Relics are back with new material, kicking off a powerful... More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE LOST RELICS ANNOUNCE NEW SINGLE “SAINT CATHARINES” OUT JUNE 26 First taste of upcoming EP Monuments to the Useless Denver sludge and dirt rock heavyweights Lost Relics are back with new material, kicking off a powerful release cycle with their upcoming single “Saint Catharines,” arriving June 26. Built on weight, tension, and raw emotional pressure, Lost Relics continue to sharpen their identity as one of the most uncompromising underground forces in modern heavy music. Formed in 2018, the band has evolved into a three-vocalist unit, layering abrasive sludge, noise, and post-hardcore intensity into something that feels both chaotic and tightly controlled. “Saint Catharines” sets the tone for what is to come on their upcoming EP Monuments to the Useless, due September 25, 2026. The track leans into the band’s signature blend of suffocating heaviness and deliberate pacing, pulling influence from the bleak, expansive energy of artists like Neurosis, the raw experimental weight of Melvins, and the abrasive urgency of KEN Mode while still carving out something distinctly their own. Lyrically, the single continues Lost Relics’ focus on disillusionment, pressure, and the quiet collapse of modern life, delivered without polish or compromise. It is heavy music that does not ask for permission and does not offer relief. The EP Monuments to the Useless will feature five tracks in total, expanding on the same themes of tension, aggression, and controlled chaos, shifting between hypnotic desert rock passages and crushing sludge driven intensity. Second single “False Idols” will follow on August 28 ahead of the full release. “Monuments to the Useless” was recorded and mixed by Felipe Patino at Green Door Studios in Denver, Colorado, and mastered by Jason Livermore at The Blasting Room in Fort Collins, Colorado. The release is coming via Golden Robot Records. Pre-Save “Saint Catharines” https://orcd.co/saint-catharines Lost Relics do not soften edges. They sharpen them. Connect:  https://www.gigaboogie.com/lost-relics/electronic-press-kithttps://www.facebook.com/LostRelicsDenverhttps://www.instagram.com/lostrelicsband/http://www.youtube.com/@lostrelics8355https://lostrelics.bandcamp.com/https://open.spotify.com/artist/72LrIzEDjX4Nz2ZwTaDTFC Contact: lostrelics303@gmail.com Less

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Frank Palangi’s “Vampire EP” Pre Sale Is Live Ahead of August 28, 2026 Release Upstate New York hard rock artist Frank Palangi has officially launched the pre sale for his upcoming Vampire EP, giving fans early access ahead... More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Frank Palangi’s “Vampire EP” Pre Sale Is Live Ahead of August 28, 2026 Release Upstate New York hard rock artist Frank Palangi has officially launched the pre sale for his upcoming Vampire EP, giving fans early access ahead of its August 28, 2026 release. This is the moment where things kick into gear. The buzz is already out there, now listeners can lock it in early and be first in line when the full release drops. Built on heavy riffs, cinematic atmosphere, and big hook songwriting, Vampire EP finds Palangi firing on all cylinders. From thunder driven hard rock energy to darker melodic edges, this release keeps its foot on the gas from start to finish. Palangi continues his full scale DIY approach, handling vocals, guitars, bass, synth, recording, production, mixing, and mastering. Drums are performed by David Nester, with additional recording history at Rivergate Studios with Michael McManus and contributions to “The Dragon” recorded at the studio of Chris Henderson of 3 Doors Down. The message behind it stays simple and sharp. No backup plan, no hesitation, just forward motion and full volume rock and roll. Release Details Release Date: August 28, 2026Artist: Frank PalangiRelease: Vampire EPGenre: Hard Rock Production Credits Frank Palangi – Vocals, Guitars, Bass, Synth, Recording, Producing, Mixing, MasteringDavid Nester – DrumsRivergate Studios with Michael McManus – Original drum sessions (2014)Additional recording at the studio of Chris Henderson (3 Doors Down) – “The Dragon” Pre Sale Now Live https://frankpalangi.bandcamp.com/album/vampire-ep Media Contact: zach@metaldevastationradio.com Simple deal, no waiting around. If you’re in, you’re in early. Connect: https://linktr.ee/frankpalangi Contact: frankpalangi@yahoo.com Less

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE BITTER DROP NEW VIDEO “MALEVOLENT” VIA SLAM WORLDWIDE AND ANNOUNCE 2026 EASTERN CANADA EP RELEASE TOUR Quebec Beatdown Deathcore Unit Pushes Forward With Crushing New Visual and Road Takeover Montreal, Quebec – June 2026 –... More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE BITTER DROP NEW VIDEO “MALEVOLENT” VIA SLAM WORLDWIDE AND ANNOUNCE 2026 EASTERN CANADA EP RELEASE TOUR Quebec Beatdown Deathcore Unit Pushes Forward With Crushing New Visual and Road Takeover Montreal, Quebec – June 2026 – Quebec slamming beatdown deathcore juggernauts Bitter have unleashed their brand new music video for “Malevolent,” premiering exclusively via Slam Worldwide, while also announcing a full Eastern Canada tour in support of their upcoming EP Slamosaurus Rex. Fresh off their signing with CDN Records, Bitter continue their rapid rise through the Canadian underground with a sound built on pure punishment. “Malevolent” hits with relentless breakdowns, guttural vocals, and uncompromising heaviness, setting the tone for what’s coming next from the band. The official video matches the track’s intensity step for step, delivering a raw and aggressive visual assault that captures the band’s live energy and no-frills approach to modern deathcore. “Malevolent” is the next evolution of Bitter’s sound, pushing deeper into slamming deathcore brutality while locking in the groove-heavy beatdown edge that defines their identity. Watch the official Slam Worldwide premiere of “Malevolent” now and prepare for impact. [jrEmbed module="jrYouTube" youtube_id="7vdMKg0wiZg"] EP RELEASE TOUR 2026 Bitter will hit the road this September alongside Night of the Snake, Acromantula, and Xenoforms for a full Eastern Canada run in support of Slamosaurus Rex. Tour Dates: 09/11 – Bathurst, NB @ Black Pug Records09/12 – Charlottetown, PEI @ Sportsman’s Club09/13 – Halifax, NS @ RadStorm09/18 – To be Announced09/19 – Gatineau, QC @ To Be Announced09/20 – Quebec, QC @ La Source de la Martiniere09/25 – Oshawa, ON @ TwoTwoTwo09/26 – London, ON @ Casa Latina09/27 – Toronto, ON @ Duffy’s Tavern Xenoforms appearing in place of Acromantula on select dates. STREAM “MALEVOLENT” Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1mCEFndDNheBRVjL7tOpyWApple Music: https://music.apple.com/ca/artist/bitter/1864987764Bandcamp: https://bitter-qc.bandcamp.com/music ABOUT BITTER Formed in December 2024, Bitter is a slamming beatdown deathcore band formed across Montreal, Lanaudière, and Gatineau, Quebec. The project began as a father-and-son vision between Yan Chatel and Kilian Langlois-Chatel before expanding into a full lineup driven by a shared obsession with extreme music and uncompromising heaviness. Current lineup:Kilian Langlois-Chatel – Lead VocalsMichael Lalancette – Guitar and ElectronicsMathieu Parent – GuitarEric Cooper-Lefebvre – DrumsYan Chatel – Bass and Backing Vocals Drawing influence from Xenotheory, Kanine, and The Acacia Strain, Bitter fuse slamming brutality with beatdown weight, creating a sound built for maximum impact both on record and in the live setting. PRODUCTION “Malevolent” was produced, mixed, and mastered by guitarist Michael Lalancette, capturing the band’s raw aggression while maintaining clarity and punch throughout. THE ROAD AHEAD With “Malevolent” now unleashed via Slam Worldwide and Slamosaurus Rex on the horizon, Bitter are stepping into 2026 with serious momentum. The upcoming Eastern Canada tour marks the band’s next major push, bringing their crushing live set to new cities and expanding their reach across the underground heavy scene. For fans of Xenotheory, Kanine, and The Acacia Strain, this is one to watch closely. More news on Slamosaurus Rex coming soon.    CONNECT WITH BITTER Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bitter.qcInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/bitter_band/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bitter_qc LABEL Bitter are now officially part of the CDN Records roster:https://cdnrecords.com/label-artists/bitter/ Contact: bitterqc@gmail.com Less

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Neckbreaker, Nocturnal Ceremony, Acerbic, Thy Sanatorium, and Rotten Blasphemy - Featured In Metalegion Magazine!  Five Metal Devastation PR clients earn reviews and exclusive interviews in the newest issue of Metalegion... More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Neckbreaker, Nocturnal Ceremony, Acerbic, Thy Sanatorium, and Rotten Blasphemy - Featured In Metalegion Magazine!  Five Metal Devastation PR clients earn reviews and exclusive interviews in the newest issue of Metalegion Magazine Metal Devastation PR is proud to announce that several of its clients are featured throughout the latest issue of Metalegion Magazine, further showcasing the strength and diversity of the underground metal scene. This month's issue shines a spotlight on the following Metal Devastation PR artists: Neckbreaker receives a review for their debut album Mental Void, with the magazine praising the band's passionate delivery, aggressive guitar tone, and standout tracks including "Rotten Clue" and "The Flight of the Puma." Nocturnal Ceremony earns both a strong 7.5/10 review for their crushing new album Obsidian and an in-depth feature interview. The magazine highlights the Norwegian band's triumphant return after a 30-year hiatus, applauding their devastating blend of old-school death metal, blackened aggression, modern deathcore elements, and cinematic atmosphere. The interview explores the band's origins, reunion, songwriting process, and the passion that fueled their long-awaited comeback. Acerbic is featured with a review of their EP Abhorrent Atrocities Against All Humankind, alongside an exclusive interview discussing the band's rebirth from a studio project into a full lineup. Guitarist Chris Thompson shares insight into the band's evolution toward a darker death metal sound, their collaboration with producer Todd Doyle at Witch Ape Studio, and their commitment to carrying old-school extremity into a new era. Thy Sanatorium receives a 7/10 review and a full interview celebrating the band's ambitious self-titled debut. Metal Legion praises the group's gothic atmosphere, symphonic textures, experimental songwriting, and layered vocal approach. The interview delves into the band's anonymous identity, collaborative writing process, and philosophical themes centered on mortality, introspection, and artistic freedom while offering a glimpse into plans for an even more expansive future release. Rotten Blasphemy is recognized for their latest release Worshippers of Chaos, with reviewers praising the Colombian band's savage black/thrash assault, underground authenticity, and uncompromising dedication to the genre's raw spirit. These features represent yet another major milestone for the artists working with Metal Devastation PR and demonstrate the continued impact independent heavy metal bands are making on the international stage. Metal Devastation PR extends its sincere thanks to the entire staff at Metalegion Magazine for their continued support of underground metal and for giving these deserving artists the platform they have earned. Congratulations to Neckbreaker, Nocturnal Ceremony, Acerbic, Thy Sanatorium, and Rotten Blasphemy on this well-deserved recognition. For media inquiries, interviews, or promotional opportunities, contact: zach@metaldevastationradio.com Go grab a copy here and support https://www.metalegion.com/store/ Less

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THUNDERCHIEF Featured By BraveWords Following New Album and Summer 2026 Tour Announcement Richmond, VA heavy metal/punk force THUNDERCHIEF continues to build momentum as BraveWords has featured the band's recent... More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THUNDERCHIEF Featured By BraveWords Following New Album and Summer 2026 Tour Announcement Richmond, VA heavy metal/punk force THUNDERCHIEF continues to build momentum as BraveWords has featured the band's recent announcement of their upcoming full-length album, With Hatchet, Pike or Morning Star..., due out July 1, 2026 via ASR Records. The feature spotlights the band's latest release plans, including a four-week U.S. tour beginning July 6 in support of the album. Blending aggressive heavy metal, hardcore punk, and hard rock influences, THUNDERCHIEF's newest effort promises a relentless mix of crushing riffs, driving rhythms, and thought-provoking lyrical themes. Metal Devastation PR congratulates THUNDERCHIEF on the well-deserved coverage and extends sincere thanks to the editorial team at BraveWords for continuing to champion independent heavy music. With the album release and extensive touring just around the corner, THUNDERCHIEF is poised to deliver one of their strongest chapters yet. Check it out here: https://bravewords.com/news/thunderchief-announces-new-album-with-hatchet-pike-or-morning-star-and-summer-2026-tour/ THUNDERCHIEF With Hatchet, Pike or Morning Star...ASR RecordsRelease Date: July 1, 2026 (CD/Digital) Track Listing Malaise Chintzy Catch My Fall Entrance of the Devil (Zior) Lie Nation Slurpee Summer Tour 2026 7/6 Alexandria, VA — Galactic Panther7/7 New Hope, PA — John & Peters7/8 Harrisonburg, VA — Coffee Hound7/9 Pittsburgh, PA — Rock Room7/10 Detroit, MI — Paris7/11 Chicago, IL — Liars Club7/12 Madison, WI — Gamma Ray (Matinee)7/13 Minneapolis, MN — Underground7/15 Columbus, OH — Dirty Dungarees7/16 Wheeling, WV — Carins Pub7/17 Akron, OH — The Matinee7/18 Buffalo, NY — Ask a Punk7/19 Reading, PA — Gnome Hutch7/20 Saratoga Springs, NY — Desperate Annie’s7/22 Manchester, NH — The Bungalow7/23 Worcester, MA — Ralph’s Rock Diner7/24 New London, CT — 33 Golden7/25 Portland, ME — Madrids7/26 Bangor, ME — Old Towne Theater7/27 Henniker, NH — Henniker Brewing7/29 Providence, RI — Alchemy7/30 Medford, MA — Deep Cuts7/31 Clifton, NJ — Dingbatz8/1 Philadelphia, PA — O’Malley’s Less

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE METAL DEVASTATION PR SPOTLIGHTS NEW DECIBEL MAGAZINE ISSUE FEATURING HULDER, LEGENDARY FEATURES, AND HALF-PAGE ADVERT SHOWCASING EIGHT UNDERGROUND METAL ACTS Metal Devastation PR is proud to be featured in the latest issue... More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE METAL DEVASTATION PR SPOTLIGHTS NEW DECIBEL MAGAZINE ISSUE FEATURING HULDER, LEGENDARY FEATURES, AND HALF-PAGE ADVERT SHOWCASING EIGHT UNDERGROUND METAL ACTS Metal Devastation PR is proud to be featured in the latest issue of Decibel Magazine, a packed edition highlighting some of the most respected names in extreme metal alongside a powerful mix of rising underground talent. This month includes a half-page Metal Devastation PR advertisement showcasing curated recommendations for eight bands currently in active promotion: Negative Sixxx, Gravemass, Philojain, Black Reuss, HZ Theory, Hellfrost, Since the Fire, and Element of Fate. The placement continues Metal Devastation PR’s long-running commitment to pushing underground metal directly into the hands of dedicated print readers and extreme music supporters worldwide. This issue is fronted by a striking cover feature on Hulder titled The Acclamation of Bonds, and includes an exclusive limited edition VENOM flexi disc, continuing Decibel’s tradition of collectible physical media for fans who still value the format. Inside, readers will find extensive coverage of Neurosis, Spirit Adrift, Panopticon, Godthrymm, along with an exclusive excerpt from Sodom: The Official Authorized Biography featuring Sodom. Additional highlights include Metal & Beer Fest: Philly 2026 coverage and the Decibel Hall of Fame feature on The Making of Acheron’s Rites of the Black Mass featuring Acheron and longtime underground figure Vincent Crowley, whose legacy includes work with Acheron as well as prior promotional collaboration history with Metal Devastation PR, reinforcing a shared connection within the underground extreme metal community. Further coverage in this edition includes In Flames, Napalm Death, Monolord, Fires in the Distance, Stormkeep, and Lair of the Minotaur, reinforcing the magazine’s balance of modern heaviness and foundational extreme metal. Of special note, Fires in the Distance continue their rise following their appearance at the Tennessee Metal Devastation Music Fest in 2023, further proving the long-term impact of underground touring, promotion, and exposure. Metal Devastation PR remains committed to bridging the gap between underground artists and global metal audiences through consistent promotion, trusted media placement, and an old-school approach that still gets real results. FOR MEDIA INQUIRIES, INTERVIEWS, OR PROMO SERVICES: zach@metaldevastationradio.com Grab a copy here at this link: https://store.decibelmagazine.com/collections/back-issues/products/july-2026-261 Less

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE POST DEATH SOUNDTRACK ANNOUNCES NEW DOUBLE ALBUM BARREN MOTHER OF ALL ARRIVING JULY 14, 2026 Canadian experimental heavy music force Post Death Soundtrack returns with a massive new statement in the form of a double album,... More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE POST DEATH SOUNDTRACK ANNOUNCES NEW DOUBLE ALBUM BARREN MOTHER OF ALL ARRIVING JULY 14, 2026 Canadian experimental heavy music force Post Death Soundtrack returns with a massive new statement in the form of a double album, BARREN MOTHER OF ALL, releasing July 14, 2026. The record continues the project’s reputation for pushing far beyond genre lines while digging deeper into themes that are as heavy as the sound itself. This release marks the third chapter in a trilogy of 30-song works, following GRIST and IN ALL MY NIGHTMARES I AM ALONE. Across all three records, the project has carved out a distinct space where industrial noise, post-punk tension, darkwave atmosphere, doom weight, and dystopian psychedelia all collide without asking permission. A DESCENT INTO THE VOID BARREN MOTHER OF ALL does not play it safe. It leans hard into uncomfortable territory, exploring collapse, addiction, trauma, spiritual crisis, and the uneasy condition of modern existence. The album title itself draws from philosophical inspiration tied to Nisargadatta Maharaj, whose concept of existence as “the child of a barren woman” helped shape the record’s central identity. This is music built for confrontation, not comfort. Sonically, the album pulls from industrial grit, witch house haze, gothic rock drama, post-punk edge, noise abrasion, 80s horror soundtrack tension, and a distorted sense of melody that keeps everything just barely balanced on the edge of chaos. As creator Stephen James Moore puts it in spirit, this is not a filtered version of reality. It is the raw feed. TRACKLIST HIGHLIGHTS AND COVER VARIETY Spanning 35 tracks, the album moves through short shocks, sprawling cuts, and reinterpretations of iconic material, including covers of Beastie Boys – Looking Down the Barrel of a Gun, Tom Waits – The Ocean Doesn't Want Me Today, PJ Harvey – Long Snake Moan, and Rage Against the Machine – Settle For Nothing, all filtered through the project’s bleak and experimental lens. Original cuts like “Queen Bee,” “No Loss,” “Red Robin,” “Chaos, My Love,” and “Truth is in Demand” sit alongside live recordings, bonus tracks, and fragmented pieces that feel intentionally unstable, like transmissions from a collapsing signal. COMMUNITY REACTION Early listener responses across the music community have already started forming a split conversation, ranging from praise for its darkwave authenticity and 2000s underground atmosphere to debate around lyrical content and intensity. Some listeners are calling it a return to true underground dark aesthetics, while others admit the record is intentionally difficult to fully decode on first listen. That tension seems to be exactly the point. A PROJECT BUILT ON CONSTANT EVOLUTION Post Death Soundtrack continues to operate as a constantly shifting outlet for heavy ideas and heavier sound design. The project blends philosophy, emotional extremity, and experimental production into a catalog that refuses to sit still long enough to be categorized cleanly. This new double album pushes that identity even further, embracing discomfort, distortion, and artistic risk as core principles rather than side effects. RELEASE INFO BARREN MOTHER OF ALLRelease Date: July 14, 2026Format: Digital double albumAll music and lyrics by Stephen James Moore This is not background music. This is confrontation music. Built loud, built strange, and built to linger long after it stops playing. Stream and purchase here: https://postdeathsoundtrack.bandcamp.com/album/barren-mother-of-all  Follow Post Death Soundtrack: https://www.postdeathsoundtrack.com/https://www.facebook.com/postdeathsoundtrack/https://postdeathsoundtrack.bandcamp.com/album/gristhttps://www.instagram.com/post_death_soundtrack/https://open.spotify.com/artist/3WuFxAh2kZnM6bux1shAv8 Contact: unravellingband@hotmail.com Less

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Funeral Doom Architects Aphonic Threnody Announce New Album Grace My Heart Release Date: August 7th, 2026Genre: Funeral Doom / Death Doom MetalFor Fans Of: My Dying Bride, Ennui, Pantheist International funeral doom... More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Funeral Doom Architects Aphonic Threnody Announce New Album Grace My Heart Release Date: August 7th, 2026Genre: Funeral Doom / Death Doom MetalFor Fans Of: My Dying Bride, Ennui, Pantheist International funeral doom collective Aphonic Threnody return with their most focused and emotionally devastating statement to date, Grace My Heart, arriving August 7th, 2026 via self-release. Forged from members of the global extreme metal underground, Aphonic Threnody have long been known for crafting massive, slow-burning compositions that feel less like songs and more like collapsing cathedrals of sound. Across previous releases such as When Death Comes and The Great Hatred, the band built a reputation for blending crushing funeral doom weight with mournful melody, distant choirs, and an overwhelming sense of spiritual decay and transcendence. With Grace My Heart, that vision is refined into something even more intentional. This is doom stripped of decoration and left in its purest emotional form. The album moves through themes of endurance, loss, and spiritual fracture. Each composition unfolds with patience and restraint, allowing heaviness and silence to coexist in equal measure. Moments of crushing distortion are balanced by fragile passages that feel almost suspended in time. The band comment on the record: “This album isn’t about despair. It’s about endurance. How grief becomes grace when you allow it to remain.” Following When Death Comes and The Great Hatred, this new chapter stands as Aphonic Threnody’s most unified and deliberate work to date, a record that leans fully into atmosphere, weight, and emotional truth. Production Credits Mixing and Mastering: Riccardo Veronese Listen / Stream / Purchase Official streaming and updates: https://aphonicthrenody.hearnow.comBandcamp: https://aphonicthrenody.bandcamp.com For press, interviews, or further information: zach@metaldevastationradio.com Check out the first single streaming now: [jrEmbed module="jrYouTube" youtube_id="FZrgLL9PfEU"] Connect:  https://www.facebook.com/pages/Aphonic-Threnody/527080693991442https://www.instagram.com/aphonicthrenody/ Contact: aphonicthrenody@gmail.com Less