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STORMBRINGER Release Video for New Single ‘Grow’

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STORMBRINGER release their video for new single ‘Grow‘, from the new album “TRANSCENDENCE” is out now via Attic Records.

Blending a mix of classic rock and heavy metal with a contemporary edge that sets them apart, the band have released 4 albums, played numerous shows and festivals, including both Download and main stage at Bloodstock and are now raising the bar with their fifth and most powerful album yet.

Following the journey of their previous albums, Stormbringer continue to evolve with ‘Transcendence’ – a record that explores adversity, resilience, self-acceptance and the complex relationship between personal struggles and the world around us.

Order the album here: https://linktr.ee/stormbringer / https://orcd.co/att015s02

Musically, the album represents a further evolution of the band’s signature sound, combining crushing riffs, powerful melodies and emotionally charged performances. Stormbringer continue to embrace their heavy rock foundations while pushing their songwriting into new and more expansive territory.

“Every album captures a moment in time,” explains vocalist Mike Stockley. “Transcendence is about growth through adversity. It’s about recognising and accepting the darkness without allowing it to define you. The album confronts life’s struggles on both a personal and societal level, exploring the challenges we face as individuals while also reflecting on the world around us. These songs aren’t about offering easy answers – they’re about questioning, understanding and ultimately finding the strength to move forward.”

Produced by legendary producer Russ Russell (Napalm Death, Dimmu Borgir, At the Gates, The Wildhearts, The Exploited, Evile, The Haunted, New Model Army, Eradikator, Evil Scarecrow, Raging Speedhorn) and recorded at Parlour Studios in Kettering, Northamptonshire, Stormbringer return with their most ambitious and emotionally profound release to date.

A Journey Through Stormbringer’s Evolution
‘Transcendence’ represents a return to the foundations of Stormbringer’s identity, drawing inspiration from the themes and emotional honesty established on the band’s debut album MMXIII, while continuing the evolution of perspective explored on their fourth album AIIV. Where MMXIII was rooted in deeply personal reflection, exploring vocalist Mike Stockley’s own internal struggles, experiences and emotional battles, it represented the beginning of Stormbringer’s journey – a raw and honest exploration of the self.

By contrast, AIIV marked a shift in focus, looking beyond the individual to examine the wider world and the challenges faced by society. Its themes explored external struggles, social division, modern culture and the forces that shape the world around us. ‘Transcendence’ brings these two perspectives together. It explores both the internal and external battles we face—the conflicts within ourselves alongside the challenges created by the world around us.

The album embraces the concept of the shadow self – recognising that personal growth does not come from rejecting the darker aspects of who we are, but from understanding and accepting them. It explores the fears, flaws, experiences and emotions that shape us, while acknowledging that our personal struggles exist within a wider human experience.

‘Transcendence’ is the meeting point between looking inward and looking outward. It is about self-acceptance, awareness and growth – a reflection of where Stormbringer have been, where they are now, and where they are heading next.

1. Energy
2. Busy Doing Nothing
3. Other of 2
4. Dirt and Bone
5. Grow
6. Cut The Vein
7. All Along
8. Whole Again
9. Scapegoat
10. Damn You All

Stormbringer UK Tour Dates:
20^th Nov B2, Norwich plus Black Transistor, Planet Fatale, Triggered Velocity
21^st Nov Percy’s Rock Café, Whitchurch plus Planet Fatale, local support
27^th Nov The Cobblestones, Bridgewater, plus Metallised
28^th Nov Bears Cave, Bournemouth plus Brightblack, Silence Mutant

As special guests to Viking Skull
29^th Nov London, Cart & Horses
7^th Dec West End Centre, Aldershot
8^th Dec Billy Bootleggers, Nottingham
9^th Dec Star And Garter, Manchester
10^th Dec Bannermans, Edinburgh
11^th Dec The Underground, Bradford

Stormbringer are:
Mike Stockley – Vocals
Ashley Smith – Guitar
Darren Caven-Quantrill – Guitar
Barney Byron – Bass
Jon Paul Quantrill – Drums

Produced by: Russ Russell
Recorded at: Parlour Studios, Kettering, Northamptonshire

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Italy’s Rising Rock/Metal Act CALLIOPE to Release Debut Album “Nel Mio Cerchio” on November 5th

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A journey through visceral impact, technology, introspection, and dissent: humanity at the center of a circle that closes in the light.

Wanikiya Record/Promotion is proud to announce the official release of “Nel Mio Cerchio,” the debut album by Calliope, arriving on November 5, 2026.

This debut is not simply the result of a desire to bring together a collection of songs, but rather the need to build a genuine sonic manifesto: a work capable of blending the power of modern rock and metal with the depth of the Italian language, the organic impact of real instruments with the possibilities offered by new technologies, and, above all, the collective dimension with the more intimate and personal side of the human experience.

“Nel Mio Cerchio” is an album that invites listeners to step inside, look within, question the world around them, and ultimately rediscover a sense of balance.

A CIRCLE THAT TELLS THE STORY OF HUMANITY

From the very first listen, “Nel Mio Cerchio” reveals a clearly defined sonic identity.

The rhythm section is tight and rock-solid, the guitars are saturated, aggressive, and razor-sharp, with deep roots in the underground rock and metal scene, while the Italian-language vocals unfold through broad, open, and expressive melodic lines.

This contrast is one of Calliope’s defining characteristics: the power of the sonic wall does not overwhelm the vocals but brings them to the forefront.

The modern production and the thoughtful use of technology do not turn the record into a cold or artificial product. On the contrary, the two musicians use technological tools as catalysts for the creative process while preserving one fundamental element: the human touch.

Every final guitar and bass part is physically re-recorded in the studio, giving the album dynamics, warmth, and impact.

The result is a contemporary, precise, and powerful sound that remains organic and alive.

TWO JOURNEYS, ONE DIRECTION

Behind Calliope are Gennaro Sorrentino and Francesco Bargagni, two Tuscan musicians and producers united by a twenty-year personal and professional relationship.

Gennaro Sorrentino’s musical journey began in the 1990s. Active in the underground scene from 1993 to 2007, he was part of a project that released three self-produced demos before stepping away from music for several years.

His return to songwriting came through experimentation with new technologies and artificial intelligence applications, initially explored as a way to investigate the new possibilities emerging within the digital music market.

But the idea needed one essential ingredient: a musician capable of turning a concept into tangible sound.

In 2025, Gennaro reached out to Francesco Bargagni.

With 28 consecutive years of involvement in metal, spanning 1997 to 2025, Francesco is deeply rooted in Florence’s and Tuscany’s underground scene. His experience includes live performances across Italy and Europe with Death and Black Metal bands, three record deals in the extreme metal sector, and a career built around his work as a guitarist, composer, sound engineer, and producer.

What was initially intended to be a collaboration on a single track quickly evolved into something much bigger: a fully-fledged, equal artistic partnership.

And so, Calliope was born.

MAN AND MACHINE

One of the most intriguing aspects of the project is its distinctive balance between human creativity and technology.

For Calliope, artificial intelligence is not the end goal, but a tool in the service of the musical vision.

It acts as a kind of “rapid skeleton,” providing inspiration, speeding up certain stages of the creative process, and facilitating remote collaboration between Florence and San Casciano dei Bagni.

However, creative control remains firmly in the musicians’ hands.

Ideas are selected, developed, arranged, and transformed, while the instruments are subsequently recorded physically in the studio.

This combination of innovation and craftsmanship is what defines Calliope’s identity: technology as a means, humanity as the author.

A JOURNEY, NOT JUST AN ALBUM

“Nel Mio Cerchio” is conceived as a journey.

The tracklist follows a carefully structured emotional and narrative progression, guiding listeners through different dimensions of human existence.

The journey begins with a genuine manifesto of intent: an invitation to come together, step into the circle, and share one’s voice and personal truth.

From that point onward, the album moves between introspection and observation of the world.

The search for one’s true self coexists with a sharp critical perspective on contemporary society. War, media manipulation, oppressive rules, hypocrisy, and human deceit become the raw material for songwriting that uses rock and metal as vehicles for reflection and dissent.

But the circle does not look outward alone.

At the heart of the album, the journey changes direction.

The two central tracks form a genuine “personal island”: an intimate space where the two songwriters temporarily set aside the noise of the world to tell their own stories.

Their experiences, personal journeys, and individual identities emerge without filters, transforming the core of the record into a deeply human and autobiographical moment.

This is where the circle becomes personal.

CATHARSIS

After the tension, introspection, and confrontation with the contradictions of the present, “Nel Mio Cerchio” reaches its natural conclusion.

The final track represents catharsis.

Conflict turns into awareness, the search becomes acceptance, and the initial tension gives way to a more peaceful and collective vision.

A world in which people can rediscover a sense of awareness and happiness.

At last, the circle closes.

And it is precisely in its closure that the circle reveals its deepest meaning.

CALLIOPE: THE PRESENT AND THE FUTURE

With “Nel Mio Cerchio,” Calliope officially enter the Italian rock and metal scene with a distinctive formula combining power, melody, technology, underground experience, and songwriting entirely in Italian.

Gennaro Sorrentino and Francesco Bargagni approach this new chapter with the maturity gained through decades of experience, while remaining open to the possibilities of the future.

The album is only the first step.

The goal is to further develop Calliope’s identity and bring the project to the live stage through a lineup of professional session musicians, ready to translate the album’s impact and sonic exploration into a powerful live experience.

“Nel Mio Cerchio” is therefore both a starting point and a statement of intent.

An album born from the meeting of two musical generations, two underground journeys, and two different ways of looking toward the future.

A record in which technology meets humanity.

Power meets melody.

The outside world meets the individual.

And in the end, everything returns to where it began:

the circle.

More info: https://www.facebook.com/calliopereal

INSOMNIUM Mourn the Dead in Epic ‘The Hour Grows Late’ (Feat. Tomi Joutsen, Tomi Koivusaari & Santeri Kallio)

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“When I fell asleep it was summer
But when I awoke it was winter
The house was empty and cold
You were there no more”

Coinciding with the arrival of their new album, “Netherworlds”, Finland’s masters of melancholy unveil the epic “The Hour Grows Late (feat. Tomi Joutsen, Tomi Koivusaari & Santeri Kallio)”.

Markus Vanhala (guitar) comments: “‘The Hour Grows Late’ falls on the more epic side of the Insomnium spectrum, perhaps alongside classics like ‘Pale Morning Star’ and ‘Godforsaken.’ It’s a longer adventure in music, venturing a little further into the progressive dark side of the album’s moon. We’re paying respect to the people who have fallen before us while we’re left alone in the dark and cold, with only two companions by our side: misery and sorrow. The new album deals with themes of loss, growing old, and missing all the people and creatures who have left us behind and headed to the Netherworld. The rest of us will follow with certainty, but not yet.”

He adds about the guests on the song: “I had been thinking about asking my good buddy, and band bro from Cemetery Skyline, Maverick or Goose, depending on the day, Mr. Santeri Kallio, to play an acid-trippy synth solo in the chaotic middle section of the song. At the same time, our producer, Miiro Varjus, came up with the idea of asking both Tomis to guest on vocals on this very same song. The fact that these two ideas came together felt like such perfect synchronicity that we simply couldn’t not make it happen. The boys did well, and I’m especially happy to hear good old cookie monster, old-school Tomi Koivusaari growling.”

Watch the video by Jari Heino (Coldstore Productions) here:

If you’re wondering about the white ribbons seen throughout the video: Karsikko is a sacred memorial tree tradition in Finnish and Karelian folklore. These trees served as symbolic boundaries between the worlds of the living and the dead. During funeral processions, a mark was carved into a designated tree to commemorate the deceased, while ribbons and strips of clothing were hung on ancestral trees to honor their memory and help ensure their souls found peace.

“Netherworlds” is available via https://Insomnium.lnk.to/NetherworldsPR in the following formats:

Ltd. Deluxe 2CD Artbook
Standard CD Jewelcase
Gatefold black 2LP
Ltd. Gatefold pearlescent deep-blue 2LP (600x) Napalm Records/EMP/Nuclear Blast
Ltd. Gatefold sparkle starlight 2LP (500x) Band
Ltd. Gatefold iridescent pearl dawn 2LP (500x) Band
Gatefold translucent sea blue 2LP (US version)
Digital album

Last Friday, INSOMNIUM also embarked on an extensive touring run, kicking off with a string of Finnish shows. In November and December, they will head to the USA and Canada with Amorphis, supported by Hinayana. After a short break over the holiday season, the band will return to the road alongside Amorphis for a European tour in January and February 2027, with support from Unto Others.

INSOMNIUM, remaining shows
support: Kaunis Kuolematon

23.10.26 (FIN) Seinäjoki – Rytmikorjaamo
24.10.26 (FIN) Tampere – Tavara-Asema
29.10.26 (FIN) Oulu – Tarkastamo
30.10.26 (FIN) Joensuu – Kerubi
31.10.26 (FIN) Jyväskylä – Lutakko
06.11.26 (FIN) Kuopio – Circus Live
07.11.26 (FIN) Kotka – Satama Areena

INSOMNIUM co-headline with Amorphis, support: Hinayana

Nov-17 – Boston, MA – Paradise Rock Club
Nov-18 – Montreal, QC – Theatre Beanfield
Nov-19 – Toronto, ON – The Concert Hall
Nov-20 – Columbus, OH – The King of Clubs
Nov-21 – Detroit, MI – Magic Stick
Nov-23 – Chicago, IL – House of Blues
Nov-24 – Minneapolis, MN – Varsity Theater
Nov-25 – Lincoln, NE – Bourbon Theatre
Nov-27 – Denver, CO – The Gothic Theatre
Nov-28 – Salt Lake City, UT – Metro Music Hall
Nov-30 – Vancouver, BC – Rickshaw Theatre
Dec-01 – Portland, OR – Hawthorne Theatre
Dec-02 – Seattle, WA – The Showbox Market
Dec-04 – Berkeley, CA – The UC Theatre
Dec-05 – Los Angeles, CA – The Regent Theater
Dec-06 – Mesa, AZ – The Nile Theater
Dec-08 – Austin, TX – Come And Take It Live
Dec-09 – Dallas, TX – Granada Theater
Dec-11 – Orlando, FL – The Abbey
Dec-12 – Jacksonville, FL – The Albatross
Dec-13 – Atlanta, GA – The Masquerade
Dec-15 – Richmond, VA – The Canal Club
Dec-16 – Baltimore, MD – Baltimore Soundstage
Dec-18 – Reading, PA – Reverb
Dec-19 – New York, NY – Irving Plaza

Amorphis + special guest INSOMNIUM, support: Unto Others

22.01.27 (DE) Hamburg – Große Freiheit 36
23.01.27 (DE) Leipzig – Haus Auensee
24.01.27 (DE) Berlin – Huxleys Neue Welt
25.01.27 (PL) Warsaw – Progresja
27.01.27 (HU) Budapest – Barba Negra
28.01.27 (AT) Vienna – Arena
29.01.27 (DE) Munich – Backstage
30.01.27 (DE) Wiesbaden – Schlachthof
31.01.27 (BE) Antwerp – Trix
02.02.27 (UK) Manchester – O2 Ritz
03.02.27 (UK) London – O2 Forum Kentish Town
05.02.27 (DE) Stuttgart – Wagenhallen
06.02.27 (CH) Pratteln – Z7 Konzertfabrik
07.02.27 (IT) Padova – Hall
09.02.27 (ES) Barcelona – Sala Apolo
10.02.27 (ES) Madrid – Sala La Riviera
12.02.27 (FR) Paris – Elysee Montmartre
13.02.27 (DE) Oberhausen – Turbinenhalle 2
14.02.27 (NL) Tilburg – O13

Ever since emerging from the mist-shrouded city of Joensuu in the heart of North Karelia, INSOMNIUM has stood as a beacon for those drawn to melancholy, introspection, and the beauty found within darkness. Over the course of their career, the band has carved out a unique place in the metal world, crafting epic soundscapes where sorrow and hope coexist, and where haunting melodies meet the raw power of melodic death metal.

Now, for the tenth time, INSOMNIUM opens the door to a new chapter. Their new album is a journey deeper into the shadows, steeped in the unmistakable spirit of Finnish melancholy and enriched by the band’s most nuanced and emotionally resonant songwriting to date. Sweeping atmospheres, poignant melodies, and crushing heaviness intertwine to create a work that is both deeply personal and universally affecting.

Never content to rest on past achievements or repeat familiar formulas, INSOMNIUM continues to evolve with each release. Rather than revisiting established ground, the band explores new emotional and sonic territories, broadening its artistic palette while preserving the qualities that have made its sound instantly recognizable. The result is an album that feels both fresh and timeless: a bold step forward that remains unmistakably INSOMNIUM at its core.

Behind the scenes, “Netherworlds” also marks the beginning of a new production era for INSOMNIUM. Taking on a pivotal role throughout the album’s creation, producer and engineer Miiro Varjus emerged as the band’s closest creative confidant, helping to shape and refine the record’s sonic landscape. His meticulous approach and deep understanding of the band’s artistic vision proved instrumental in bringing the album’s dark, immersive atmosphere to life.

Once again INSOMNIUM entrusted the album to the renowned team at Fascination Street Studios. Acclaimed producer and mixer Jens Bogren, together with mastering engineer Tony Lindgren, delivered the album’s powerful final sound. The result is a record that sounds both majestic and intimate, perfectly capturing the emotional weight and dynamic range that defines this new chapter in INSOMNIUM’s evolution.

Klick here for the videos previously released:
“Gleam in the Black”: https://youtu.be/26oH8EtWA58
“Shadowlife”: https://youtu.be/i5tMCCXKkD0?si=PwsGLXdjxpNBBOqT

INSOMNIUM are:
Markus Vanhala – guitar, clean vocals
Ville Friman – guitar, clean vocals
Niilo Sevänen – vocals, bass guitar
Tomy Laisto – guitar, clean vocals
Markus Hirvonen – drums, percussions

INSOMNIUM online:
www.insomnium.net
www.facebook.com/insomniumofficial
www.instagram.com/insomniumofficial
https://www.youtube.com/@insomniumofficial
https://www.tiktok.com/@insomniumofficial

MAN WITH A MISSION Release Brand New Single ‘Firestarter’

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MAN WITH A MISSION have released their brand new single ‘Firestarter’, an explosive rock song which also forms the theme song for the new anime series of The Vermillion Mask.

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The searing new single launches with call to arms tribal drums before breaking into an uplifting and determined anthem focused on pushing through adversity, where it rises like a phoenix with frenzied raps, riffs and a soaring chorus.

Regarding ‘Firestarter’ bassist Kamikaze Boy says, “I created ‘Firestarter’ with the idea of making a powerful song that could push these young characters forward on their adventure as they carry the burden of a cruel fate.”

Filled with power, intensity, and a driving sense of momentum, the track captures the energy and force of MAN WITH A MISSION today. The result is a song which propels the characters of The Vermillion Mask forward as they face their harsh destinies head-on.

©Nabana Naba,Dr.Poro,SHONENGAHOSHA/ “The Vermilion Mask” Production Committee

2026 has proved another strong year for MAN WITH A MISSION’s presence in TV and film, as ‘Firestarter’ follows the release of the recently released single ‘The Animals’, a raging punk track written for the Japanese film Wara nimo Sugaru Kemono tachi (English: BEASTS CLUTCHING AT STRAWS).

The new songs join the recently released ‘ONE’ in offering another taste of an exciting new era for the half-man, half-wolf collective, which is set to further evolve throughout 2026.

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DIRTY SHIRT Share New Single ‘A Brighter Day’, Ft. Jethro Tull’s Ian Anderson

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Romanian folkcore trailblazers Dirty Shirt proudly unveil their new single, “A Brighter Day,” the third release from their forthcoming album “Balkansylvania Vol. 1: Roots”, due for digital release in January 2027. Following last year’s “FOMO (Fear Of Missing Out)” and this March’s “Büntetö,” featuring Hungary’s Besh o droM, the new track offers another glimpse into the band’s highly anticipated record. Featuring legendary Jethro Tull frontman Ian Anderson on flute, “A Brighter Day” blends uplifting melodies with thought-provoking themes, highlighting Dirty Shirt’s continued musical evolution while maintaining the vibrant folk-metal energy that has earned them an international following.

“A Brighter Day” is a vibrant, high-energy song packed with infectious melodies, driving riffs, and powerful folk influences. The track balances an uplifting musical atmosphere with a deeper lyrical message, challenging listeners to take responsibility for their choices in an era of false promises, misinformation, and easy excuses. Enhanced by the warmth and innocence of a children’s choir, the song creates a compelling contrast between its feel-good energy and its confrontational call for personal accountability.

The collaboration with Ian Anderson adds another remarkable dimension to the track. His unmistakable flute performance seamlessly intertwines with Dirty Shirt‘s signature blend of modern metal, folk traditions, and world music influences, creating a unique meeting point between two distinct musical worlds.

Mihai Tivadar, Dirty Shirt composer, producer, and keyboardist, comments:

“Working with Ian Anderson was an honour and an incredible experience. After he agreed to join us as a guest, I sent him demos of five songs so he could choose whichever he liked best. He picked ‘A Brighter Day’, which was also the song I thought would suit him best. My only request was for him to play the main theme alongside the other acoustic instruments. Beyond that, he had complete freedom. The very next day, his flute tracks arrived, full of melodic ideas and solos, each one better than the last. We kept everything. There was no need to edit any of his parts; it all fitted perfectly. The result was exactly what I’d imagined: a blend of Dirty Shirt and that unmistakable Jethro Tull sound, with Ian’s unique approach to the flute. But he still managed to surprise me. I hadn’t expected the flute to work so well over the heavy riffs in the final section, which is the most aggressive part of the song. Having Ian leave his musical mark on one of our songs means a great deal to me. What impressed me just as much was how open and inventive he remains as a musician. I can’t wait for everyone to hear it!”

For Dirty Shirt, “A Brighter Day” is designed to be both a celebration and a challenge. The band hopes listeners will turn up the volume, sing along, and leave inspired to make positive changes in their own lives.

All digital platforms – https://linktr.ee/dirtyshirtband

The single serves as the gateway to “Balkansylvania Vol. 1: Roots”, the first chapter of an ambitious two-part album project. Scheduled for digital release in January 2027, “Balkansylvania Vol. 1: Roots” explores the musical foundations and influences that have helped shape Dirty Shirt’s unmistakable sound. The complete physical edition will be released in 2028 alongside its companion record, “Balkansylvania Vol. 2: Routes,” bringing both chapters together as a definitive collection.

Adding further visual depth to the project, the stunning album artwork was created by acclaimed Romanian artist Costin Chioreanu, renowned for his work with Ghost, Jethro Tull, Arch Enemy, Opeth, Paradise Lost, At The Gates, Lacuna Coil, and many other internationally celebrated acts.

Following the single’s release, Dirty Shirt will bring their explosive live show to audiences across Europe as part of the “Balkansylvania Tour 2027” (dates listed below).

Balkansylvania Tour 2027:
26.12.2026 – Mos Craciun e Rocker – Baia Mare (RO)
27.12.2026 – Mos Craciun e Rocker – Baia Mare (RO)
22.01.2027 – Form Space – Cluj-Napoca (RO)
23.01.2027 – Republic Hub – Targu Mures (RO)
05.02.2027 – MMC – Bratislava (SK)
06.02.2027 – Urban Spot – Banská Bystrica (SK)
19.02.2027 – Quantic – Bucuresti (RO)
20.02.2027 – Rockstadt – Brasov (RO)
17.03.2027 – Snow Fest – Val Thorens (FR)
21.03.2027 – Snow Fest – Deux Alpes (FR)
17.04.2027 – Oldies Pub – Sibiu (RO)
18.04.2027 – Out Events – Oradea (RO)
15.05.2027 – New Cross Inn – London (UK)
25.06.2027 – Brande-Hörnerkirchen – Hörnerfest (D)
29-31.07.2027 – Czaplinek-Broczyno – Pol’and’Rock (PL)
15.10.2027 – B90 – Gdańsk (PL)
16.10.2027 – Słowianin – Szczecin (PL)
More TBA

For more info and tickets: https://dirty-shirt.com/

About Dirty Shirt:
For over 30 years, Dirty Shirt has stood as one of Eastern Europe’s most original and successful rock/metal acts. Formed in the mid‑90s as a wedding band, they evolved into a genre‑blending powerhouse, fusing modern heavy music with the vibrant energy of Eastern European traditional sounds. Their explosive live shows and innovative approach have taken them to major festivals across Europe, including Hellfest, Wacken Open Air, Pol’and’Rock, Electric Castle, and more, and earned praise from outlets such as Metal Hammer, Rock Hard, Metalsucks, and Hard Rock Mag. Dirty Shirt has performed over 600 shows in 17 countries and shared stages with Megadeth, Godsmack, Gogol Bordello, Skindred, and Orphaned Land.

FORTRESS FESTIVAL Reveals Final Bands for Fifth Anniversary

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Fortress Festival has has unveiled the final wave of bands set to perform at its 2027 edition at the Scarborough Spa in North Yorkshire, UK.

Joining the main weekend line-up are German black metallers Ultha, who will be returning to Fortress for a UK-exclusive show, following their acclaimed performance in 2024. They are accompanied by fellow German act Firtan, who will also bring a UK-exclusive show filled with atmospheric and evocative sounds.

Austrian ritualistic black and pagan metal band Perchta will also make their anticipated UK debut at Fortress with a UK-exclusive show, following their unfortunate cancellation in 2025. The band expressed their anticipation, stating, “Perchta is proud to announce our UK debut at the legendary Fortress Festival. Some things are worth the wait. In 2027, we will finally bring our music to UK soil. See you at Fortress.”

The final additions include Frostgard, who will bring the Tolkien-inspired atmospheric dungeon synth and dark ambient music to the expanded two-day theatre stage.

Blood Countess have also joined the Friday bill for the “Fortress: First Light” opening show, which includes the previously-announced Terrestrial Hospice and Watain.

Gary Stephenson, Fortress Festival founder and director, said: “We’ve created the strongest line-up the UK has ever seen for our fifth anniversary of Fortress Festival. It’s only been a few months since Fortress 2026, and we are already down to our final ticket allocation for next year. It’s given us the space to really create something special for you all for 2027. Thank you to everyone who supports this event!“

These final names complete the 2027 line-up, which is led by Norwegian black metal legends Emperor in an exclusive UK headlining performance. Colorado melodic black metal force Stormkeep will also be travelling to Scarborough for a UK exclusive and headlining show.

Gris will perform a worldwide live debut, Gràb a worldwide exclusive, Yellow Eyes a UK exclusive “Confusion Gate” set, Dungeontroll a worldwide exclusive set; as well as exclusive UK performances from Forteresse, Slagmaur, Havukruunu, Sinmara; and exclusive UK debuts from MiserereLuminis, Tardigrada, Mourir and Trha.

They are joined by the Nidrosian black metal of Norway’s Mare in a UK exclusive, alongside the Lovecraftian death metal of Sulphur Aeon, also making an exclusive UK appearance. British black metal act Ninkharsag will perform an exclusive set following a two-year period of quiet.

Belgian atmospheric black metal project Silver Knife will make their UK debut and exclusive appearance. They are joined by fellow Belgian atmospheric act Oerheks who will also make a UK debut and exclusive appearance. Additionally, atmospheric black metal project Bloodbark will travel for their first-ever UK performance and exclusive set.

The dungeon synth stage in the theatre room will also include the worldwide live debut of French dungeon synth revival pioneer Erang, as well as Wraith Knight, crossing the Atlantic to deliver a UK debut and exclusive performance of OldNick’s medieval-inspired music. The theatrical ambience of the theatre stage will also feature the live debut of Spectral Castle, the dungeon synth project hailing from France. Also set to appear is Hole Dweller, who travels from the US to bring its nostalgic and fantasy-filled sounds. 2027 will also witness the epic soundscapes of Atlantean Sword, who had to cancel 2026’s appearance. Lord Bakartia, hailing from Spain, will deliver his dark ambient textures, while French project DragonKeep will also bring its synth escapades to Fortress’ theatre stage. Joining the dungeon synth line-up will be Swedish dungeon synth artist Örnatorpet, bringing their music for a UK exclusive performance.

Fortress Festival tickets: https://www.fortressfestival.co.uk/

FORTRESS FESTIVAL 2027
28-30 May 2027
Scarborough Spa
North Yorkshire, UK

Emperor UK Exclusive
Watain UK Exclusive
Stormkeep UK Exclusive
Forteresse Special UK Exclusive Set
Mare UK Exclusive
Yellow Eyes ‘Confusion Gate’ Full Album Set UK Exclusive
Tardigrada UK Debut/Exclusive
Gris Worldwide Live Debut
Gràb Worldwide Exclusive
Slagmaur UK Exclusive
Havukruunu UK Exclusive
Terrestrial Hospice UK Debut/Exclusive
Ninkharsag UK Exclusive
Ultha UK Exclusive
Sinmara UK Exclusive
Mourir UK Debut/Exclusive
Trha UK Debut/Exclusive
Sulpher Aeon UK Exclusive
Bloodbark UK Debut/Exclusive
Oerheks UK Debut/Exclusive
Silver Knife UK Debut/Exclusive
Erang Worldwide Live Debut
Miserere Luminis UK Debut/Exclusive
Perchta UK Debut/Exclusive
Firtan UK Exclusive
Hole Dweller
Ornatorpet UK Exclusive
Wraith Knight UK Debut/Exclusive
Dungeontroll Worldwide Exclusive Set
Blood Countess
DragonKeep
Lord Bakartia
Frostgard
Atlantean Sword
Spectral Castle Live Debut