FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE STARVED OF LIGHT RELEASE NEW SINGLE “WANDER THE HOLLER” Atlanta Melodic Technical Death Metal Force Follows “Cut Into Moonlight” With a Dark, Relentless New Track Atlanta melodic technical death metal outfit Starved of... More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE STARVED OF LIGHT RELEASE NEW SINGLE “WANDER THE HOLLER” Atlanta Melodic Technical Death Metal Force Follows “Cut Into Moonlight” With a Dark, Relentless New Track Atlanta melodic technical death metal outfit Starved of Light is back with another crushing new single. Following the recent release of “Cut Into Moonlight,” the band has unleashed “Wander the Holler,” now available on Bandcamp. Listen to “Wander the Holler” on Bandcamp:https://starvedoflight.bandcamp.com/track/wander-the-holler “Wander the Holler” continues Starved of Light’s rapidly developing sonic assault, combining punishing technical death metal riffing with melodic passages, aggressive rhythms, and an atmosphere steeped in darkness. The new track further establishes the band as one of Atlanta’s rising forces in the modern extreme metal underground. The release arrives on the heels of “Cut Into Moonlight,” a single that showcased the band's ability to balance razor-sharp musicianship with emotionally charged songwriting. Produced, mixed, and mastered by Josh Curl at True Fiction Audio, the band's latest material demonstrates a clear evolution from their debut full-length, Into Early Mourning, released through Dark Sails Entertainment. Fans of The Black Dahlia Murder, Job for a Cowboy, and Revocation will find plenty to sink their teeth into, but Starved of Light are quickly carving out an identity of their own through a combination of melodic intensity, technical precision, crushing riffs, and raw emotional weight. ABOUT STARVED OF LIGHT Formed in late 2024, Starved of Light brings together four veterans of Atlanta's extreme metal scene: Tim Jones – VocalsLeaf Blower, All American Organ Grinder Josh Kerston – GuitarsBurning Palace, Abattoir Robbie Cook – DrumsAll American Organ Grinder, Abattoir Elliott Stotler – BassCoat Hanger Abortion, Abattoir Drawing from years of experience in the underground, Starved of Light combine melodic intensity, technical mastery, and emotionally driven songwriting into a sound that is both ferocious and unforgettable. WHAT'S NEXT With “Wander the Holler” now available and “Cut Into Moonlight” continuing to gain momentum, Starved of Light are setting their sights on the next chapter. The band is continuing to work on new material while preparing to bring its devastating live performance to audiences. More music, videos, and live announcements are expected in the months ahead. For interviews, review requests, promo materials, or additional information, contact: zach@metaldevastationradio.com  For updates, music releases, and more, connect with Starved of Light: https://www.instagram.com/starved.of.light https://www.facebook.com/Abattoir.atl.metalhttps://starvedoflight.bandcamp.com/https://darksailsentertainment.com/ Contact: starvedoflightbooking@gmail.com  Less

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE  MEGATON COMMUNION RELEASE NEW OFFICIAL VIDEO FOR “ECHOES IN TIME”Cleveland Heavy Rock Trio Unveil Atmospheric New Video From Upcoming Album Three of Cups Cleveland, Ohio heavy rock trio Megaton Communion have released... More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE  MEGATON COMMUNION RELEASE NEW OFFICIAL VIDEO FOR “ECHOES IN TIME”Cleveland Heavy Rock Trio Unveil Atmospheric New Video From Upcoming Album Three of Cups Cleveland, Ohio heavy rock trio Megaton Communion have released their brand-new official music video for “Echoes in Time,” available now. The track comes from the band's upcoming album, Three of Cups, due September 11, 2026 via Black Doomba Records. “Echoes in Time” explores memory, distance, loss, hope, and the uneasy feeling of watching the past slowly drift further away. The song moves through reflections on days gone by and relationships that may no longer exist as they once did, ultimately arriving at a choice between holding onto hope or surrendering to the darkness. With lyrics centered around fleeting memories, uncertainty, and the possibility of another day, the track showcases a more introspective side of Megaton Communion while retaining the band's signature weight and groove. “A glimpse of hope for another dayA glimpse of pain don't want to stayA ray of light all aroundOr sit in darkness without a sound” Musically, “Echoes in Time” combines massive hard rock riffs, hypnotic rhythms, desert-rock atmosphere, and melodic songwriting, creating a sound that feels both heavy and expansive. Fans of Soundgarden, Kyuss, Queens of the Stone Age, and Tool will find plenty to sink their teeth into. The new video arrives as Megaton Communion continue building momentum toward the release of Three of Cups. The album's first single, “Evil Speak,” was released July 24 and introduced listeners to the band's latest chapter, while Three of Cups expands upon that foundation with a collection of songs centered around resilience, growth, friendship, and overcoming adversity. Formed in late 2022 by lifelong friends Derrick (guitar), Ryan (drums), and Joe (bass/vocals), Megaton Communion quickly established themselves within Cleveland's underground rock scene through dynamic songwriting and immersive live performances. Following Ryan's departure in March 2025, Ken Gosselin joined the band on drums, bringing renewed energy to the lineup. Three of Cups was produced by Curran Murphy at Custom Audio Mutation Studio, where the band shaped their latest material into a powerful and emotionally resonant full-length. With “Echoes in Time,” Megaton Communion offer another glimpse into an album that refuses to stay locked inside one particular corner of heavy music. Dark, melodic, atmospheric, and driven by huge riffs, Three of Cups is shaping up to be a defining release for the Cleveland trio. Megaton Communion – Three of CupsRelease Date: September 11, 2026Label: Black Doomba RecordsGenre: Hard Rock / Desert Rock / Stoner RockFor Fans Of: Soundgarden, Kyuss, Queens of the Stone Age, ToolProduced By: Curran Murphy at Custom Audio Mutation Studio Watch “Echoes in Time” now and experience the latest chapter from Megaton Communion. [jrEmbed module="jrYouTube" youtube_id="orhNTpZ0r-0"]  Connect with the band:  https://linktr.ee/megaton_communionhttps://linktr.ee/BlackDoomba Contact: blackdoombarecords@gmail.commegatoncommunion@gmail.com Less

Death Has Spoken Announce First-Ever Vinyl Release of Elegy Polish death-doom metal band Death Has Spoken will release their third full-length album, Elegy, on 180g black vinyl for the first time on September 11, 2026, through Meuse Music... More

Death Has Spoken Announce First-Ever Vinyl Release of Elegy Polish death-doom metal band Death Has Spoken will release their third full-length album, Elegy, on 180g black vinyl for the first time on September 11, 2026, through Meuse Music Records. Limited to just 200 copies worldwide, the release marks the band's first-ever vinyl edition. Almost one year after Elegy originally arrived on CD and digital platforms, Death Has Spoken are bringing the album to vinyl, a format that feels particularly suited to the record's crushing weight, melancholic atmosphere and immersive songwriting. Originally released in October 2025, Elegy serves as the final chapter in a trilogy that began with the band's debut album Fade. Across seven original compositions, Death Has Spoken explore themes of mortality, loss and the unknown, blending crushing death-doom heaviness with atmospheric passages and deeply melancholic melodies. For collectors and fans of physical releases, the new edition has been given special attention. The 180g black vinyl includes the album's original artwork, a full-size lyric insert and a band photo. Mastering duties were handled by Greg Chandler of legendary UK doom metal outfit Esoteric at Priory Recording Studios in Birmingham, England. The vinyl edition also features a slight difference from the original CD and digital versions of Elegy. To preserve the best possible sound quality throughout the vinyl's running time, the release contains only the seven original Elegy tracks. The Agalloch cover featured on the CD and digital editions has been omitted from the vinyl pressing. With only 200 copies being pressed worldwide, the release is set to become a highly collectible addition to the Death Has Spoken catalog. The Elegy vinyl will be available through the Meuse Music Records store, Death Has Spoken's Bandcamp page, and directly from the band at live shows. To celebrate the release, Death Has Spoken will also perform two special concerts in Poland: September 11, 2026Sześcian, Białystok, Poland September 12, 2026VooDoo Club, Warsaw, Poland For fans who have followed Death Has Spoken through the Fade trilogy, the arrival of Elegy on vinyl offers a chance to experience the trilogy's final chapter in a definitive physical format. And with only 200 copies available, this is one of those releases where waiting until later probably isn't the smartest move. Listen to Death Has Spoken Death Has Spoken Bandcamp:http://deathhasspoken.bandcamp.com/ Meuse Music Records:https://www.m9music.eu/ Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/artist/3i6Su11UGj2B6dPcDRZxNv?si=Sqt9FS8USoiUqLGiscQjUQ Apple Music:https://music.apple.com/in/album/elegy/1814283689 "Within the Hills" Official Music Video:[jrEmbed module="jrYouTube" youtube_id="NNPK6etFFDM"] "Through Shaded Ways" Lyric Video:[jrEmbed module="jrYouTube" youtube_id="QFad3QsPhj0"] Follow Death Has Spoken Website: http://deathhasspoken.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/deathhasspokenInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/deathhasspoken Less

🔥 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, TRIVAN, 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, TRIVAN, crushed the competition with a staggering 10,525,129 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, August 28th at 9PM EST! Who Will Rise as This Week’s Champion on the MDR Battle Of The Bands? 08/24/26 - 08/28/26 Less

Louisiana metal powerhouse BRAT is back with another savage preview of its upcoming sophomore album, Manslayer, dropping the retaliatory new single “Trophy Hunting.” Set for release September 25, Manslayer follows BRAT’s 2024 debut Social Grace... More

Louisiana metal powerhouse BRAT is back with another savage preview of its upcoming sophomore album, Manslayer, dropping the retaliatory new single “Trophy Hunting.” Set for release September 25, Manslayer follows BRAT’s 2024 debut Social Grace and pushes the band’s filthy blend of primitive death metal, garroting thrash, and swamp-drenched hardcore even further into the darkest corners of the underground. The album was recorded at Chicago’s Bricktop Recording, with Weekend Nachos’ Andy Nelson handling production, engineering, and mixing. Brad Boatright, whose credits include Deadguy, Pig Destroyer, and Lathe of Heaven, handled mastering, giving the record the kind of massive, punishing sound BRAT’s material demands. At the center of “Trophy Hunting” is vocalist Liz Selfish’s exploration of reactive abuse and the cycle of control that can ultimately reach a breaking point. “Trophy Hunting is a classic tale of older men seeking a trophy wife that they can control,” explains Selfish. “The video showcases the brutal aftermath of a young wife who has had enough.” The accompanying video takes that concept and turns it into a violent reckoning, bringing the song’s themes of manipulation, control, and retaliation to life with the same unrelenting intensity that defines BRAT’s music. Watch “Trophy Hunting” here:[jrEmbed module="jrYouTube" youtube_id="dL-4K_GyVLo"] Interestingly, one of the influences behind Manslayer comes from a place that might not be the first thing you'd expect when listening to BRAT: country music. Selfish drew inspiration from country songs centered around women getting revenge and taking their power back after being wronged. Songs such as The Chicks’ “Goodbye Earl,” Carrie Underwood’s “Before He Cheats,” and Miranda Lambert’s “Gunpowder & Lead” provided an unlikely but fitting source of inspiration. There is something undeniably metal about those stories. Betrayal, revenge, rage, and consequences have been staples of heavy music forever. Country music just sometimes delivers them with a different accent. With 17 tracks of uncompromising heaviness, Manslayer looks set to continue BRAT’s assault on the underground while expanding the band's already distinctive perspective. “Trophy Hunting” offers another taste of what is coming, and if this track is any indication, BRAT isn't interested in pulling its punches. Manslayer arrives September 25. Less