Young Medicine drags listeners into the woods with “Buried Underneath,” a Halloween-season single steeped in the blood-soaked spirit of the classic Evil Dead films.
Cellar doors hide secrets that won’t stay buried, forbidden pages stir something ancient and hungry, and a curse spreads like wildfire through the trees, swallowing everything it touches. Atmospheric dread builds into a full-throttle eruption as the track chases its characters from possession to reckoning, landing on a single haunting truth: peace only comes once you’re buried underneath. Dropping this October, it’s the perfect soundtrack for anyone spending Halloween in a cabin they should’ve never entered.
Rising synthwave rockers Young Medicine pull the best from diverse genres to build a carefully constructed music identity that defies simple categorization. Thumping double-bass beats and crunchy guitar riffs hammer out hard-hitting rhythms while chorus lines partner with sparkling retro synth tones for a stunning mix of audio ideas. If synthwave and metal got together and started a boy band, the result might sound something like Young Medicine, who have put themselves on the map as pioneers for a new era by bringing rockstar swagger to the retrowave movement.
‘SHOTGUN’ is the debut single from UK ROCK band BRISAN, bringing together hard rock, southern rock, with classic and doomy under tones in a song that hits hard.
“‘SHOTGUN’is a middle finger to the lies and the people who think they can get away with anything. A world full of smoke, mirrors and manufactured fear, where truth is twisted, promises are worthless and those at the top keep playing their games while the rest of us pick up the pieces. It’s about seeing through the act and refusing to play along. “Bang, bang, bang like a shotgun to the face” is a metaphor for the moment when the lies and manipulation hit home. Waking up to the reality behind the performance.”
‘SHOTGUN’ is released on the 6th November on all streaming platforms.
Blending rock, post grunge and southern rock into a powerful contemporary sound, BRISAN draw inspiration from varied artists including Guns N’ Roses, Nirvana, Seether, Metallica, Lynyrd Skynyrd and Peter Gabriel, while carving out a voice that is unmistakably their own. Their music channels the raw energy of ’70s rock and the weight and intensity of ’00s post grunge. The result is a sound that feels both familiar and hitting, melodic and emotionally resonant.
On stage, BRISAN deliver riff fresh, hard driven performances defined by tight musicianship, dynamic interplay and a compelling presence. Their sound connects across genres, from metal lovers and dedicated rock fans to broader festival audiences.
Formed by Steve Leonard in 2025 as Stephen Brian Leonard Band (SBLB), then rebranding to BRISAN, a new name but the same powerful songs and line up. The SBLB’s inaugural gig was at the legendary Leo’s Red Lion venue in Gravesend, in April 2025, supporting Fury. This led to a coveted slot on the VIP stage at Maid of Stone Festival 2025 a few months later, and several other shows across the UK.
There has been regular radio play, with appearances on UK stations Planet Rock, Total Rock Radio, Emerging Rock Bands, Scotland Rocks Radio and Rock Radio UK, amongst others. Overseas support includes Metal Devastation Radio, Wild Dogs Radio and Boston Rocks Radio (USA) and Barracuda Rock Radio (Netherlands).
Upcoming Live Shows 2026: 29th Oct Hope & Anchor – Islington, London 7th Nov Leo’s Red Lion – Gravesend, Kent
2027: 27th Mar The Carlisle – Hastings, Sussex
BRISAN are: Steve Leonard – Vocals & Guitar Craig Southby – Drums & Backing Vocals Arran Greeno – Guitar Will Chalmers – Bass Guitar & Backing Vocals
From the rumbles of an unnerving past emerge VINDICTA to rally their disciples, and Napalm Records steps up. After successfully playing first shows all over the world, the corpse-painted nuns have signed a contract with the Austrian label juggernaut. To celebrate the new alliance, the modern melodic metal band releases its second-ever single, “IDOL(L)S”. Led by hypnotic singer Lilith, the track is not only catchy, but continues their pompously lascivious imagery with its stunning video, alluring anyone to join their dark coven. This is a strife for vindication – this is VINDICTA.
VINDICTA about the signing: “We’re genuinely excited to be joining forces with Napalm Records and to have a team that believes in what we’re creating. There’s a lot behind VINDICTA, and we believe this alliance will provide the support to let our inner engine run at full force.”
VINDICTA about “IDOL(L)S”: “And so the curtain rises on the acts of a larger theatrical narrative unfolding in our upcoming album. The spectacle takes a sinister turn. In this lifeless puppet show, we distract you. With the illusion of meaning, we zombify the audience, and we become your false masters. It’s a self-ironic reflection of society, in which it hardly matters what the masters stand for, as long as the circus keeps going. So, let’s fucking entertain you.”
VINDICTA Live 2027
Festivals 03.07.27 DE – Oschersleben / Rock & Metal Day’z 10.07.27 CZ – Vizovice / Masters of Rock 12.07.27 SE – Knislige / Time to Rock Festival 16.07.27 PT – Vila Nova de Famalicão / Laurus Nobilis Music Fest
VINDICTA is: Lilith – Vocals Rusalka – Guitar Lamia – Guitar Medea – Bass Kali – Drums
Croatian metal visionaries MANNTRA unleash the full force of their upcoming self-titled studio album with their new single “Wild Hunt”. The titletrack arrives alongside an elaborate official music video filmed in wintry forests, featuring real horses, blazing fires, and the full band in a mystical setting that brings the song’s atmosphere to life. Featuring Fabienne Erni of Eluveitie and Illumishade, who contributes vocals and also appears in the video, the track gains another striking dimension. Fabienne Erni’s voice and that of MANNTRA mastermind Marko Matijević Sekul complement each other brilliantly, blending into a powerful and cohesive whole.
Inspired by the legend of the “Wild Hunt”, the lyrics summon a supernatural force: riders moving through storm and darkness, offering salvation and a second chance. Yet redemption comes with a challenge – facing fear, fighting back, and leaving an old identity behind. Between shadows, lightning, and the spirits of the Old Gods, the song paints a dark yet hopeful picture of transformation and liberation.
MANNTRA on the new single: “Fabienne Erni brought incredible energy to ‘Wild Hunt’. Her voice and Marko’s complement each other perfectly, creating a powerful dynamic that takes the song to another level. The result is something dark, epic, and truly special. The legend of the Wild Hunt has everything we love: ancient spirits, supernatural forces, storm and darkness. We wanted to capture that untamed energy and turn it into a story about redemption, courage, and the chance to start again. ‘Wild Hunt’ captures the essence of MANNTRA: heavy riffs, powerful melodies, dark mythology, and an energy that pulls you into another world.”
MANNTRA on the new album: “Wild Hunt is made to be experienced, not just listened to. It has the weight of metal, the pulse of industrial music, a dark gothic atmosphere and the spirit of folk roots — all coming together into something that is unmistakably MANNTRA.”
Wild Hunt places an even stronger emphasis on atmosphere and contrast than its predecessor. Heavy, driving passages collide with organic, melodic and almost mystical moments, creating a record that feels both ancient and modern. The title track “Wild Hunt” featuring Fabienne Erni of Eluveitie combines monumental metal power with captivating melodies. “Iron Storm” delivers driving rhythms and battle-ready force, while “Name The Liar” featuring In Extremo adds dark folk metal passages and German lyrics. Ambre Vourvahis of Xandria lends additional emotional depth to “Zara”, while MetaKlapa enhance the Croatian-language “Valovi” with traditional vocals. Tracks such as “Banshee”, “Danse Macabre” and “Blade In Darkness” take the journey into darker territories, while “Never Bow, Never Surrender” opens the album with a powerful statement.
With Wild Hunt, MANNTRA once again prove that they cannot be confined to genre boundaries. Blending folk, metal, industrial elements and traditional sounds, they create a distinctive musical world where ancient roots meet a modern and powerful vision.
Tracklist: 1. Never Bow, Never Surrender 2. Watcher Watcher 3. Wild Hunt 4. Iron Storm 5. Name The Liar 6. Oganj 7. Zara 8. Valovi 9. Banshee 10. Danse Macabre 11. Blade In Darkness
MANNTRA Live:
11.12.26 CH – Pratteln / Z7 * 12.12.26 DE – Stuttgart / Im Wizemann * 18.12.26 DE – Oberhausen / Turbinenhalle * 19.12.26 DE – Wetzlar / Buderus Arena * 20.12.26 DE – Dresden / Alter Schlachthof * 26.12.26 DE – Braunschweig / MEC * 27.12.26 DE – Würzburg / Posthalle * 28.12.26 DE – Bielefeld / Lokschuppen * 29.12.26 DE – Bremen / Pier2 * 30.12.26 DE – Potsdam / Waschhaus * 21.05.27 DE – Rotenhain / Pirates & Vikings Open Air 2027 24.07.27 DE – Cologne / Amphi Festival 2027 *Eisheilige Nacht Tour w/ Subway To Sally, Fiddler’s Green, Saint City Orchestra
Rare Elements return with “Our Legacy?”, a fast, aggressive and dramatic journey into the darker realities of the world around us. Built around a dark harmonic minor atmosphere, the track draws influences from melodic death metal, thrash metal, groove metal and, to a lesser extent, progressive metal. Heavy guitar riffs, powerful grooves and cinematic textures create a tense and threatening soundscape. The music combines aggression, melody and a strong sense of drama.
“Our Legacy?” deals with war, destruction and the world we leave behind. The lyrics begin in the morning light over a bombed city, where survivors search through the ruins for their loved ones. From there, the perspective expands from one city to countless others and to wars watched through our screens day after day, year after year. The song also turns its attention toward those who hold power and the consequences of their decisions.
“Greedy clowns and lying monsters / Rule the world” delivers the accusation with deliberate bluntness. Yet the song is not only about those who hold power, but also about what happens when the course is not changed. The recurring question is what will remain if destruction is allowed to continue. The central idea of the chorus is summed up in the words: “Only silence is our legacy.” The question mark in the title turns that statement into a challenge. Is silence really what we want to leave behind?
Musically, the song moves with relentless energy, shifting between hard-hitting passages and cinematic moments that open up the atmosphere. The harmonic minor tonality gives the track its dark and restless foundation. Aggressive guitars and a grooving rhythmic core keep the song physically powerful, while melodic and progressive elements add depth to the arrangement.
“Our Legacy?” was recorded, mixed and mastered at RE Studio in August 2026. The track was produced entirely at RE Studio as part of the Rare Elements project. The result is a dark, fast, cinematic and fierce metal track that offers no easy answers, leaving the listener with one question: Our Legacy?
–Composed & lyrics by Harri Sarpavaara –Arranged, mixed & mastered by Harri Sarpavaara –Single cover by Harri Sarpavaara –ISRC: QTA2Y2623784 –Self-released
Line-up: Harri Sarpavaara – vocals, guitars, bass, synths, drum programming
French progressive rock powerhouse Lalu are thrilled to unveil the acoustic version of “Amnesia 1916”, originally appearing on their 2023 album, “The Fish Who Wanted To Be King”, out now via Frontiers Music Srl.
Vivien Lalu commented: “This acoustic version of “Amnesia 1916” was recorded for the Japanese edition of “The Fish Who Wanted To Be King”, as a bonus track. The album was never released in Japan in the end, so the recording stayed in a drawer and nobody has heard it until now. It covers one section of the original epic and, as always, showcases our love for dreamy atmospheres and ambient music: Joop on acoustic guitar and myself on keyboards, playing around Damian Wilson’s vocals, with Jelly Cardarelli mixing and mastering. I’m glad it finally gets to exist outside our hard drives”.
“Amnesia 1916 (Acoustic Version)” offers a fresh interpretation of a track originally featured on Lalu’s 2023 album, “The Fish Who Wanted To Be King”, revisiting the composition through a more intimate, acoustic approach.
Stripping the song back to its essential elements, this new version brings a different perspective to the original, placing greater emphasis on its melodies, atmosphere and emotional depth. The acoustic arrangement allows the composition to shine in a new light, highlighting the songwriting and musical sensitivity at the heart of Lalu’s progressive rock sound.
Led by French keyboardist and composer Vivien Lalu, the project has long been recognised for its distinctive blend of progressive rock, intricate arrangements and expressive musicianship. Throughout his career, Lalu has continued to explore new musical directions, combining technical sophistication with a strong sense of melody and emotion.
Originally released in 2023 as part of “The Fish Who Wanted To Be King”, “Amnesia 1916” remains a compelling example of this approach, and its acoustic reinterpretation offers listeners an opportunity to rediscover the track from a different angle.
With “Amnesia 1916 (Acoustic Version)”, Lalu revisits an earlier chapter of the project’s musical journey, presenting a familiar composition in a fresh and intimate setting while preserving the spirit of the original.
Line Up: Damian Wilson – Vocals Joop Wolters – Acoustic guitar Vivien Lalu – Keyboards
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Kimmo Kuusniemi’s SARCOFAGUS return with a Historic 2010 Concert Video Premiere on YouTube! Click image to watch the video
