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NEOLITH – New Track Premiere – Sixth Album "Inbir" out in September 2026 via Deformeathing Production
 Polish Death/Black Metallers NEOLITH have unleashed another song from their new album "Inbir", coming on September 12th 2026 via Deformeathing Production on LP, CD and digital formats.
The track "Modlitwa na Marny Czas" has been premiered at this location: https://youtu.be/QGWJVFHb1-4
Vocalist Levi comments: "'Modlitwa na Marny Czas' (eng. 'A Prayer for a Miserable Time') is a special track for me for a number of reasons. Above all, it is the first song in the Neolith’s more than thirty-five-year history to be written and performed entirely in Polish. I had long intended to tackle my native language, but it wasn't until I saw the lyrics prepared by Jacko S. that I realized the right moment had come. Although at first glance it might seem to depart from the Sumerian themes of Inbir, the song actually carries a universal message. It speaks of the first man - his pride and his age-old tendency to justify his own sins. Adam thus stands as a representative of all humanity, yet also as the cursed "bearer" of all human vileness. Hence, the wretched fate that befell both him and his work over and over again. For me, this track represents another fulfilled dream and proof that, even after so many years, Neolith is still capable of pushing its own boundaries. Whether 'Modlitwa na Marny Czas' will prove to be one of the most significant tracks in our catalogue, I leave for you to judge."
Nearly seven years after the release of "I Am the Way", NEOLITH return with their sixth full-length. It is the band's most ambitious, complex, and polished work to date, representing a clear step forward in both compositional and sonic terms.
The title "Inbir" meaning "war" in the ancient Sumerian language, defines the album's thematic direction. The material explores universal themes related to power, mystery, spirituality, and the fate of man. Musically, NEOLITH remain true to their roots, which aptly reflects the nature of this album - intense, dark, and consciously rooted in the aesthetics of old-school death/black metal.
Produced by NEOLITH and Haldor Grunberg / Satanic Audio Studio. The graphic design was created by the renowned Polish artist Artur Szolc.
Tracklist:
1. Inbir
2. Ashur Has Given Me a Brother
3. The Dawn is Waking
4. Modlitwa na Marny Czas
5. Of All the Gods
6. Ouroboros
7. The Four ETEMMŪ of KURNUGI
8. Morte
Line-up:
Levi - Vocals
Conrad - Rhythm & Lead Guitars, Samples
ZiaR - Rhythm Guitars, Vocals
Kriss - Bass, Vocals
Semuss - Drums
https://deformeathing.com |https://www.facebook.com/neolith
DEATHCULT – Third Album "Cult of the Dog" in October 2026 via Soulseller Records – Track Premiere
 Norway's DEATHCULT have premiered a first song from their new album "Cult Of The Dog", scheduled for October 2nd 2026 via Soulseller Records.
The leadoff track "Dogs of War" is streaming here: https://youtu.be/wa5oru_CaOM
Years in the making, DEATHCULT are returning with their cruel Norwegian black metal, firing the third album of their trilogy on to the world which began with "Cult of the Dragon" (2007) and "Cult of the Goat" (2017).
Recorded with legendary "Pytten" in Grieghallen, "Cult Of The Dog" promises top tier black metal - no compromises!
Cover artwork by Jannicke Wiese-Hansen.
Pre-order options: https://soulsellerrecords.bandcamp.com (World) +++ https://soulsellerrecords.aisamerch.com (Americas)
Tracklist:
1. Dogs of War
2. Cynocephalus
3. Author of Caedes
4. Eat Broken Glass
5. Pseudocommando
6. Hyperviolence
7. Imperium Satana
Line up:
Skagg – Vocals / Guitars
Hoest – Bass
Thurzur – Drums
Lava – Guitars
http://www.soulsellerrecords.com | https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100048542901382
AENIGMATUM – Third Album "Infinitude’s Passage" via 20 Buck Spin – Full Album Stream
 Portland’s death metal seers AENIGMATUM have premiered their new album "Infinitude’s Passage" via 20 Buck Spin – it is out and available now digitally, followed by a CD/LP release on September 4th 2026.
You can listen to "Infinitude’s Passage" in its entirety here: https://youtu.be/S0nDnmfXuro| https://20buckspin.bandcamp.com/album/infinitudes-passage
"Infinitude’s Passage" marks the third full length statement from AENIGMATUM. Taking the intricate mastery of previous album "Deconsecrate" as a point of departure, the band’s union of technical precision, dark melody and unrelenting force draw us ever further into a world where revelation and annihilation become indistinguishable.
Sudden turns, fractured rhythms and spiraling harmonies color a landscape of seemingly elaborate complexity, yet AENIGMATUM are serving a larger, deeper structure with an exacting sense of purpose and focus. Frenetic eruptions of speed give way to passages of melodious clarity and dissonant turbulence allowing the compositions to remain in constant motion and expand idiosyncratically upward and outward.
Cerebral without sacrificing physical impact, majestic without surrendering menace and progressive without loosening its vigorous command, ‘Infinitude’s Passage’ rejects easy categorization within Death Metal’s exceedingly vast parameters. Its visceral impact, incandescent melody and aura of perpetual discovery places AENIGMATUM at the threshold of the boundless.
Mixed and mastered by Colin Marston (Krallice, Gorguts). Artwork by Daniel Hermosilla @nox_fragor_artworks.
Tracklist:
1. Pitiless Mechanism
2. Inseverable
3. Architects Of The Fated
4. A Tarnished Nexus
5. Nocturne Of Ageless Reverie
6. Infinitude’s Passage
Line-up:
Kelly McLaughlin - Vocals / Guitar / Bass Clarinet
Eli Lundgren - Guitar
Brian Rush - Bass / Backup Vocals
Pierce Williams - Drums / Synths / Backup Vocals
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Patrick Corona - Saxophone
Danny Quetzal - Backup Vocals
https://www.20buckspin.com | https://www.instagram.com/aenigmatum_pdx
IRONFLAME – New Video Clip – Sixth Album "Worlds To Conquer" out soon via High Roller Records
 Heavy Metallers IRONFLAME have premiered another song from their upcoming new album "Worlds To Conquer", out on August 14th 2026 via High Roller Records.
A video clip for the track "Dynasties Fall" is available here: https://youtu.be/B1lAzdHVtA0
Since the 1980s, Cleveland has always been a fertile breeding ground for great heavy metal music. Ohio-based Andrew Della Cagna continues this tradition in true style. Over the past years, the multi-instrumentalist has been active in more than half a dozen bands, among them Brimstone Coven and Icarus Witch. His main priority, however, is his own project IRONFLAME, for which he writes the music, lyrics, handles all the instruments and sings. Originally formed in 2016, IRONFLAME have released five full-length records to great critical acclaim and outstanding fan reactions.
Multi-instrumentalist Andrew Della Cagna comments: "Like all IRONFLAME albums, 'Worlds To Conquer' was recorded at my modest home studio in Ohio. The music was recorded in 2023, the lyrics in 2024 and the solos in 2025. As usual, I performed all the music and vocals myself. My live guitarists, Quinn and Jesse, composed and recorded their own guitar solos. I also handled the mixing and mastering process myself this time."
Tracklist:
1. Night Closes In
2. Legion of Fire >>> Lyric Video: https://youtu.be/f7bo9SZOcDo
3. Dynasties Fall
4. Where Cauldrons Burn
5. Shadow Slave
6. Crimson Shores
7. Valhalla is Calling
8. Worlds to Conquer
9. Death's Immortal Flame (CD-Bonustrack)
Line-up:
Andrew D'Cagna – Vocals
Jesse Scott – Guitar
Quinn Lukas – Guitar
James Babcock – Bass
Noah Skiba – Drums
https://www.hrrecords.de/IRONFLAME | https://www.facebook.com/IronflameUSA
TEMPLE OF DREAD – New Track Premiere – Sixth Album "Dreadspawn Dominion" out soon via Testimony Records
 German Death Metallers TEMPLE OF DREAD have unleashed another advance track from their new album "Dreadspawn Dominion", coming on August 7th 2026 through Testimony Records.
A lyric video for the song "Hybrid Horde Eternal" is available here: https://youtu.be/pEuU3qlYzMg
Guitarist Markus Bünnemeyer states: "Our single track, 'Hybrid Horde Eternal', offers an innovation as it is the first TEMPLE OF DREAD song written entirely by our singer Jens Finger. Musically, this song picks up on our trademarks but adds doom elements. The lyrics do not revolve around ancient Greek legends for a change, but we deal with an old biblical theme."
Like a mighty battle trireme, TEMPLE OF DREAD are leaving their port on the East Frisian island of Spiekeroog to deliver brutal death metal with the new massive ram bow "Dreadspawn Dominion" to all that dare to try and block their course.
Musically, TEMPLE OF DREAD remain true to their old school death metal roots but continue to expand their sonic range by further honing their cinematic aspects with even more dark and heavy elements that began to receive special attention on the previous albums "Beyond Acheron" (2023) and "God of the Godless" (2024). These veterans are making full use of their vast experience and audible confidence in their deadly craft to add true emotions into their often rather technically focussed genre.
Once again, these hardy islanders make use of classical themes from the ancient world with lyrics penned by their friend and long-time collaborator, the psychologist Frank "Doc" Albers. Followers of TEMPLE OF DREAD will recognise familiar threads, particularly the continuation of the clash between Charon, the ferryman of the souls across the River Styx and the personalised deity of the underworld, Hades.
The most obvious change that has affected TEMPLE OF DREAD between the recording of God of the Godless" and "Dreadspawn Dominion" is the addition of second guitarist Daniel Maurer and bass player Andi Bauer, who enhance the Frisian band with even more punch – both live and in studio.
With "Dreadspawn Dominion", TEMPLE OF DREAD do not just deliver about everything that their old school death metal following might desire but also invite listeners from other realms on the darker and harder side of metal to lend an ear. Listen and behold: an ancient darkness is rising to claim your souls!
Production, recording, mix & mastering by Jörg Uken / Soundloge Studios. Artwork by Paolo Girardi.
Tracklist:
01. Wings of Immortality (Intro)
02. Dreadspawn Dominion
03. Born To Rot
04. Hybrid Horde Eternal
05. Death March
06. Blood Pyre
07. Scorched by Cosmic Fire
08. Rites of Blasphemy
09. Artisan of Oblivion
10. Infernal Eternity
Line-up:
Jens Finger – Vocals
Markus Bünnemeyer – Guitars
Jörg Uken – Drums, Keys
Daniel Maurer – Guitars
Andi Bauer – Bass
Live:
08 AUG 2026 Schlotheim (DE) Party.San (Release Show)
22 AUG 2026 Osnabrück (DE) Bastard Club +Troops of Doom
11 SEP 2026 Münster (DE) Into the Crypts
12 SEP 2026 Barleben (DE) Metal Embrace
17 OCT 2026 Nordhorn (DE) Nordhorn Deathfest
https://spkr.store/collections/temple-of-dread | https://www.facebook.com/TempleofDread
NAIL BY NAIL – New Album "Internal Inferno" in September 2026 via War Anthem Records – Music Video Premiere
 With their sophomore album entitled "Internal Inferno", scheduled for September 25th 2026 via War Anthem Records, German black metallers NAIL BY NAIL make a powerful statement - uncompromising, emotionally charged, and showcasing a level of artistic maturity that leaves no doubt the band is carving out its own distinctive path.
While the debut laid the foundation, this new full-length expands the band's vision with even greater intensity. The songs are more aggressive yet more majestic than ever before, blending the relentless ferocity of black metal with sweeping, epic soundscapes and a dynamic range that is as unpredictable as it is captivating. Razor-sharp riffs, thunderous blast beats, and haunting melodies give rise to moments of devastating force as well as striking emotional depth.
At the same time, NAIL BY NAIL reveal their most adventurous and multifaceted side to date. Sophisticated arrangements, unexpected twists, and a keen sense for atmosphere add remarkable depth to the album without sacrificing its immediacy or raw intensity. Every track stands firmly on its own while contributing to a cohesive and immersive listening experience.
The result is an album that captures the very essence of modern black metal while confidently reaching beyond the genre's traditional boundaries - dark, emotional, and utterly uncompromising. With their second album, NAIL BY NAIL prove themselves to be not only heavier and more intense, but also bolder, more evocative, and more enduring than ever before.
The album's first advance track, "Above The Black Tower", has been premiered here with a music video: https://youtu.be/MT9OJc0k7qg
Cover artwork by Cartismandua.
Tracklist:
1. Portas Aperio (Intro)
2. Katharsis
3. Ride The Beast
4. Into The Dragons Mouth
5. Fenestra Silens (Interlude)
6. Above The Black Tower
7. Blades Ov Perdition
8. The Valley Of Sorrow
https://www.war-anthem.de | https://www.facebook.com/nailbynailband
KILLER – Final Album "The Grand Finale" out in September 2026 via High Roller Records – Lyric Video Premiere
 Pioneering Belgian heavy metal band KILLER were originally formed in 1980 by guitarist and singer Paul "Shorty" Van Camp and drummer "Fat" Leo (who sadly passed away on February 13th, 2026). Prior to that, both had been active in a rock/blues formation named Mothers Of Track. The classic line-up of KILLER was completed by guitarist Ivo "Spooky" Van Doren.
Heavily influenced by the New Wave Of British Heavy Metal and Motörhead, the trio quickly gained a reputation for loud and aggressive heavy/speed metal and, along with Acid and Crossfire, became one of Belgium’s most successful bands.
Signing a record deal with Mausoleum Records, KILLER issued a string of classic albums in the early eighties – "Ready For Hell" (1980), "Wall Of Sound"(1982) and "Shock Waves" (1984) – before breaking up for the first time in 1987. A few re-unions and five more albums followed, the last one being "Hellfire" on HNE in 2023.
And now it’s time for "The Grand Finale" – KILLER’s very last studio album, scheduled for September 11th 2026 via High Roller Records.
Consisting of Paul "Shorty" Van Camp (guitars/vocals), Ian Anthony (bass) and Vanne (drums), KILLER haven’t lost any of their punch. According to "Shorty" Van Camp, the album "is a dedication to Lemmy of Motörhead, who is one of our all-time heroes."
"'The Grand Finale' is a typical KILLER album," continues the guitarist and singer. "True old school metal referring back to our old days. The songs are very catchy, with strong refrains that everyone can sing along to after only a few listens. Simple but honest. And of course, flashing explosive guitar solos which are my specialty. This time I composed all music and lyrics on my own."
A lyric video for the album's title track is premiered here: https://youtu.be/C2i6pFHccB8
Cover Artwork by Mario Lopez. Mixed and co-produced by Ivan Opdebeeck and Shorty at Secret Boulevard Studios. Mastered by Patrick Engel / Temple of Disharmony.
Tracklist:
01. Loaded Gun
02. Welcome In The Real World
03. The Grand Finale
04. Gone Too Soon
05. Roll The Dice
06. Hard Day Coming
07. Don't Get Me Wrong
08. The Fire Still Burns
09. In The Eye Of The Storm
10. What You See Is What You Get
Line-up:
Paul "Shorty" Van Camp - All Guitars, Bass Guitars , Vocals
Vanne Opdebeeck - Drums, Backing Vocals
Jan Anthonis - Bass, Backing Vocals
Special guest vocals : Lloyd “Lemmy Kilmister” on "What You See Is What You Get" and "Roll The Dice"
https://www.hrrecords.de/KILLER | https://killer4you.be
RAZORVOID – Debut Album "Into the Void" in October 2026 via Jawbreaker Records – Single and Details revealed
 Jawbreaker Records is proud to announce the release of RAZORVOID‘s debut full-length album "Into the Void", out October 2nd on vinyl LP, CD, and digital formats.
Formed in 2021 out of a shared obsession with old-school death metal, thrash, d-beat punk and traditional heavy metal, RAZORVOID have spent the last few years sharpening their sound into a relentless force by drawing inspiration from bands such as Motörhead, Anti-Cimex and Repugnant. Following their self-released "Sonic Decay" cassette and the critically acclaimed "Terror In Time" EP, the Swedish quartet returns with their most ferocious material to date.
"Into the Void" delivers eleven new tracks of razor-sharp riffs, pounding rhythms and apocalyptic intensity. Rooted in the aggression of classic extreme metal while fueled by the raw energy of punk, the album captures RAZORVOID at their most focused and uncompromising. Fast, heavy and overflowing with attitude, these songs are built for the stage and designed to leave a mark. The result is a crushing collection of songs that channels chaos, speed and power into a compact but devastating release.
Since their formation, RAZORVOID have built a reputation for explosive live performances and a no-nonsense approach to metal. With "Into the Void", they push even further into the darkness, delivering a soundtrack for a world spiraling towards total oblivion.
Prepare to delve Into the Void!
The first single "Blasphemic Assault" can be checked out here: https://youtu.be/LZOTH4BW9o8
Tracklist:
01. Sign of the Curse
02. Into the Void
03. Blasphemic Assault
04. Desolate Future
05. An Everlasting Flame
06. Under the Lash
07. Rituals of the Damned
08. The Howling Wind
09. 422 Gutterpunx
10. White Death
11. Jaws of Perdition
https://www.jawbreaker.se | https://www.facebook.com/RazorvoidSweden
THE VICIOUS HEAD SOCIETY – New Single / Lyric Video – Third Album "Call Of The Void" out soon via Crime Records
 Progressive metal project THE VICIOUS HEAD SOCIETY presents the second single from the upcoming new album "Call of the Void", set for release on July 24th 2026 via Crime Records.
The song "The Void" is dedicated to all those who have endured the pain of watching a loved one succumb to the void of addiction. A lyric video is available here: https://youtu.be/wn4g6Vj5stk
Graham Keane, the creative force behind THE VICIOUS HEAD SOCIETY, returns with his third studio album, "Call of the Void" — a stark, deeply personal exploration of identity, struggle, and renewal.
Departing from the sweeping societal themes of his earlier work, Keane turns inward, tracing the defining moments that have shaped him within the fading embers of a personal cycle. "Call of the Void" confronts the slow, corrosive pull of losing one’s purpose, capturing the tension between resistance and surrender with unflinching honesty.
While the album preserves the project’s signature blend of technical precision and soaring melody, Keane channels a heavier emotional weight into the music. The result is a sonic landscape that mirrors the arduous path of self discovery — turbulent, atmospheric, and relentlessly human. Listeners are invited to confront their own recurring cycles and find meaning in the darkness.
Musically, the album reaffirms Keane’s reputation as an Irish guitar virtuoso. Complex, intricate arrangements intertwine with crushing heaviness and moments of stark beauty, forming a dynamic palette that showcases both his compositional ambition and his unmistakable guitar voice. Every passage reflects the grit and resolve of an artist pushing through the darkness toward clarity.
"Call of the Void" stands as a powerful statement from a musician at the height of his creative powers, further solidifying THE VICIOUS HEAD SOCIETY's place in the modern progressive metal scene.
Artwork and design by Jon Isaac Gutman.
Tracklist:
1. Fractured
2. The Edge of Time
3. Holding On to Forever
4. The Tide
5. Ignite
6. The Void
7. The Edge of Time Pt. 2
8. Distant Lights of Home
https://crimerecords.no | https://www.facebook.com/TheViciousHeadSociety
FINSTERFORST – New Track Premiere - New Album "Still" out soon via AOP Records
 Germany's FINSTERFORST have revealed the third and final advance track of their new album "Still", set for release on July 31st 2026 via AOP Records.
You can listen to "Im Wind" at this location: https://youtu.be/ZSLLZM_0c44
For more than two decades, FINSTERFORST have been shaping their own distinctive voice within extreme metal, continuously evolving both musically and lyrically without ever losing their core identity. Their sound merges elements from a wide spectrum of heavy music — from black and folk-inspired roots to epic, atmospheric and post-metal influences — forming a style they refer to as “Black Forest Metal”: a blend that feels both deeply rooted and entirely its own.
Rather than fitting into a single label, their music thrives on contrast and fusion: crushing heaviness meets vast, cinematic atmospheres; raw aggression unfolds into melancholic, emotional depth; and monumental arrangements carry a sense of both intimacy and scale. While often described in broader terms as epic, atmospheric or post-influenced extreme metal, FINSTERFORST deliberately transcend genre boundaries.
The result is a sound that is brutally powerful yet richly layered, where sadness, rage, triumph and grandeur coexist within expansive compositions. Driven by constant progression and a refusal to stand still, FINSTERFORST continue to refine a vision that is as immersive as it is unmistakable.
Produced at Iguana Studios with Christoph Brandes. Cover artwork by Yaroslav Gerzhedovich.
Tracklist:
1. Obduktion
2. Herbstwanderung
3. Knie nieder
4. Im Wind
5. Stille Nacht
6. Fels
7. Leere
8. Beyond the north waves (Immortal cover)
9. Another brick in the wall Pt. II (Pink Floyd cover)
https://shop.aoprecords.de | https://www.facebook.com/FinsterforstOfficial
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