LUMSK Announce New Album “Einsemda” + Release First Single ‘Daudmannhaugen’

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Karisma Records is proud to announce the new album from the Norwegian folk/prog collective Lumsk. The band returns with Einsemda, a dark, emotional and deeply atmospheric new album based on selected poems by Tor Jonsson (1916-1951). Einsemda is set to be released on Karimsa Records on the 30th of October.

Following their acclaimed return after a long hiatus with Fremmede Toner, Lumsk have continued to refine their distinctive blend of progressive metal, folk rock and evocative Nordic storytelling. On Einsemda, the band moves even deeper into the emotional core of the material, shaping music that amplifies the tension, vulnerability, beauty and darkness of Jonsson’s poetry.

The first single from the album is the opening track Daudmannhaugen, which you can check out here:
https://orcd.co/daudmannhaugen

Lumsk has this to say about Daudmannhaugen:
With the single “Daudmannhaugen” we present the first taste of our fifth album, where Tor Jonsson’s lyrics and our music find each other in a dark and beautiful landscape. The upcoming album shows a clear evolution with greater musical variety and complexity, while the band’s distinct signature remains as strong as ever.

The album features the poems “Einsemda,” “Vona”, “Mogning,” “Haust på Torget,” “Å Dikte,” “Eg er liv av ei kvinnes død” and “Daudmannhaugen.” Jonsson’s writing is known for its lyrical clarity, emotional intensity and stark contrasts between hope and despair, closeness and distance, life and death — a natural match for Lumsk’s powerful and nuanced sound.

Lumsk has this to say about the album and Jonsson’s poetry:
There is an emotional intensity in Tor Jonsson’s poetry that immediately resonated with us. We wanted the music to stay close to that nerve — not soften it, but bring it fully to life.
After Fremmede Toner, we knew we wanted to go deeper in the same direction. Einsemda feels more unified, more vulnerable, and more emotionally direct. We are incredibly proud of this album and excited to finally share it. It feels honest, powerful and true to both the poetry and the band.

The music is composed by Espen W. Godø, except “Å Dikte,” composed by Roar Grindheim. The album was primarily recorded in the band members’ home studios, with vocals, organ, piano and additional guitars recorded at Autumnsongs Recording Studio. Together with Rhys Marsh, Espen W. Godø and Espen Hammer worked closely on the production and mixing of the album, resulting in a record the band feels captures both the intimacy and the weight of the material.

With artwork by Per Spjøtvold, the tracklist for Einsemda is:
1. Daudmannhaugen
2. Eg er Liv av ei Kvinnes Død
3. Haust på Torget
4. Å Dikte
5. Vona og Mogning
6. Einsemda

Einsemda will be released on the 30th of October in CD, Digital and Gold Vinyl formats, and is available to pre-order now from:
Bandcamp: https://lumsk.bandcamp.com
Webshop: https://shop.karismarecords.no/

This is an album that matters. For those who already know Lumsk – and for everyone who has yet to discover them.

Lumsk are Mari Klingen (vocals), Espen Warankov Godø (keyboards/Hammond/piano), Eystein Garberg and Roar Grindheim (guitars), Siv Lena Laugtug Sæther (violin), Espen Hammer (bass) and Vidar Berg (drums).

Lumsk will celebrate the release of Einsemda with a release concert at Rockheim in Trondheim on the 7th of November.

For more information on Lumsk, please visit their Facebook page:
https://www.facebook.com/lumskmusic

EXTINCTION A.D. Release New Single & Lyric Visualizer ‘Insomnia’

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High-octane crossover hardcore/thrash powerhouse EXTINCTION A.D. release the seventh single in as many months today. “Insomnia” is online now at all digital streaming/download platforms, as well as a new video.

“I can’t be the only one that feels like they’re bombarded with the atrocities of the world on a daily basis, right? I feel like there are constant reminders of human rights violations and the impending doom of the planet and then a ‘brush it off and just go to work’ mentality,” questions Rick Jimenez. “It’s difficult to break that cycle but understanding it and raging out against it is my first step. Living life with a PEOPLE OVER PROFIT mentality is an act of defiance unto itself today.

‘Insomnia’ is a very enjoyable song to put together musically. The majority of it is variations on one riff throughout with little nuances or key changes separating it from part to part. I was also able to use the first guitar I ever owned on the interlude section; a scaled down nylon string acoustic Franciscan guitar that I got in the spring of 1992.”

“Insomnia” merges an ‘80s Bay Area thrash vibe with ‘90s extreme metal riffing and hard-hitting New York Hardcore energy we think you’ll enjoy.

“Insomnia” joins other recent EXTINCTION A.D. singles/videos –

“They Live, They Die”: www.youtube.com/watch?v=9zgeZHdTZOU
“Center Of Zero”: www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQXzFhY5dVE​
“Truth and Consequences” [feat. Incendiary’s Brian Audley]: www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kxij2SUtwWA​
“Thaw”: www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Puj5EpkAtk​
“Dead Men Running”: www.youtube.com/watch?v=qfkWVuRte2c​
“Blood Hoax”: www.youtube.com/watch?v=ytME28jMQGc

The seven songs are testament to their evolutionary step forward as EXTINCTION A.D. are proving a decade into their career, their output is fresher, heavier, and more venomous than ever.

EXTINCTION A.D. will play this upcoming festival next month:

· 9/18 – Within These Walls 2026 – Phoenix, AZ @ The Nile (with Outta Pocket, Skin Ticket, Die Young, Will To Live)

About EXTINCTION A.D.

Formed on Long Island, New York breaking off of THIS IS HELL, EXTINCTION A.D. is a bridge between the worlds of ‘80s thrash metal and ‘90s hardcore. Known for their explosive live shows and unrelenting work ethic, the band continues to redefine the crossover genre for a new generation of metalheads.

Since 2013 the band has grown from raw underground roots to sharing stages with respected acts and carving out a distinct voice in the modern metal landscape forging a reputation for relentless crossover thrash infused with hardcore urgency and socially charged lyrics.

Earlier releases, on labels like Good Fight and Unique Leader, further showcased the band’s capability to merge fierce riff work with emotional and thematic depth. Their output has drawn comparisons to powerful East Coast thrash and hardcore hybrids, with critics praising their raw energy and ability to keep the classic thrash ethos alive while pushing it forward. Thrashing just as hard as their predecessors, the band also break their surroundings down and deliver some heavy as hell riotous mosh; hitting that all-important sweet spot mixture of ‘80s thrash, ‘90s extreme metal and New York hardcore, all encompassed into one. Never afraid to speak their minds amidst a divisive world, EXTINCTION A.D. bring a decisive power to match their frenetic energy. The endgame is not just rebellion but revolution.

EXTINCTION A.D. is:
Rick Jimenez – vocals and guitar
Ian Cimaglia – lead guitar and vocals
Tom Wood – bass
Mike Sciulara – drums

For more information:
​www.facebook.com/ExtinctionAD​
​www.instagram.com/ExtinctionAD​
​www.twitter.com/extinctionAD​
​ExtinctionAD.bandcamp.com

GRAVEYARD Release Stomping New Single & Video ‘A Means To An End’ from Upcoming Album

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One of the most distinctive and revered forces in modern rock music, Sweden’s very own GRAVEYARD are back with a brand new single, ‘A Means To An End‘, the first glimpse at their highly anticipated 7th studio album Fever, which will be released onOctober 9th, 2026 worldwide on Nuclear Blast Records.

Arriving three years after the gloomier, introverted Six, GRAVEYARD are literally turning up the heat by delivering a sonic experience that is drenched in fuzz and distortion, sporting massive Sabbath-ian grooves on opener ‘Back From The Grave’, CCR fuelled grandeur on ‘Time To Tell’ and straight-forward, hard hitting rock on ‘Room Tempered’, ‘Tongue Tied’ and ‘Means To An End’. Formed in 2006, the band collectively emphasizes the fierce spirit of the album.

With Fever, the band returns to the forefront of the scene with a noticeably heavier, more direct sound. They’ve entrusted the mixing duties to Pelle Gunnerfeldt who is widely renowned for capturing the ferocious energy of bands such as The Hives, Refused, and recently Viagra Boys whereas mastering was handled by Robin Schmidt at 24-96 Mastering. Amidst its sheer drive, GRAVEYARD retained the undeniable, blues-soaked soul that originally defined their breakthrough album, Hisingen Blues, on slower songs like album closer ‘Dead Note’ yet with a good dose of fiery anger.

After the fairly subtle, mysterious art on Six, GRAVEYARD went for a striking visual approach on Fever relying on acclaimed Dutch artist Maarten Donders who cooperated with the band on their Split 7” with Goat, and whose work has been prominently showcased at cult festival Roadburn, featuring designs for more than 50 artists, ranging from Acid King to legendary Frank Zappa.

With two number-one albums in Sweden already to their name, GRAVEYARD will initiate the touring cycle with a co-headline run through Scandinavia with Blues Pills to properly celebrate the release of Fever, followed by Europe/UK wide touring and festivals in 2027.

Brace for impact, GRAVEYARD came back from the grave and they caught a Fever.

STREAM ‘A MEANS TO AN END’: https://graveyard.bfan.link/a-means-to-an-end

PRE-ORDER / PRE-SAVE FEVER: https://graveyard.bfan.link/fever

GRAVEYARD
Fever
October 9th 2026

01.    Back From The Grave
02.    Tongue Tied
03.    A Better Cut (Note To Self)
04.    Year Of The Horse
05.    A Means To An End
06.    Time To Tell
07.    Don’t Shoot!
08.    Room Tempered
09.    Dead Note

GRAVEYARD LIVE:
w/ BLUES PILLS & SKRAECKÖDLAN
31.10. SE Eskilstuna, Lokomotivet *
06.11. SE Mejeriet, Lund *
07.11. DK Århus, Voxhall *
13.11. SE Örebro, Club 700 *
14.11. SE Karlstad, Nöjesfabriken *
20.11. SE Falun, Magasinet *
21.11. SE Norrköping Arbis *
27.11. SE Göteborg, Gothenburg Film Studios **
28.11. SE Stockholm, Fållan **

*with Skraecködlan
**with Blues Pills

GRAVEYARD ONLINE:
https://www.instagram.com/graveyardmusic
https://www.facebook.com/graveyardofficial
http://www.youtube.com/@graveyard

OCCULT MASTER’s Self-Titled Debut Album Out Now, Combining Elements of 1970s & 1980s Heavy And Prog Rock

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Finnish Occult Master released their self-titled debut album today on August 14th 2026 via Inverse Records. 

LISTEN to the album on streaming services: https://push.fm/fl/occult-master-album 

In their heavy music, Occult Master combines elements of 1970s and 1980s heavy and prog rock. The album’s tracks range from more straightforward rockers to massive epics. Running through the entire album is an uncompromising attitude to create harsh and honest heavy rock, with a good song at its core.

The album’s soundscape is raw and pleasantly authentic. You can hear that the music was played live in the studio, as a band. Unnecessary fussiness and extreme polishing have been left out. This results in the album breathing, sounding fresh and invigorating, and human. However, the music itself is not simple ; on the contrary, progressive, complex, and surprising parts flow seamlessly, forming an interesting musical journey. Thoughtful lyrics, deviating from the run of the mill, create a mystical aura for the dark-toned music.

The lineup features Ari Eskola (guitar and vocals), Toni Mäki (bass and backing vocals), and Jussi Risto (drums). The debut album from the Occult Master trio, signed to Inverse Records, does not disappoint and promises quality music in the future: the next album’s worth of material is already almost ready. 

WATCH Heavy Metal Madness music video: https://youtu.be/Yx7hdD6Mu5c

Track list:

  1. Just Another Nail in the Failier’s Coffin
  2. Island of Leper
  3. Heavy Metal Madness
  4. Lucifer’s Henchman
  5. Ground of the Damned
  6. Who Is Our Enemy
  7. Sorry Soul
  8. Soothing Swamp
  9. Gnarly Geezer

Recorded by Jussi Risto
Mixed & mastered by Kimmo Lukkari
Cover art by Jarno Vesa

CD ORDERS from HERE. 

Occult Master was founded in 2012 in Oulu, Finland, first starting as a heavy rock/doom band. After a line‑up change in 2020, the musical style turned faster, more rhythmic and more complex. Occult Master’s music is heavy, versatile and full of nuances, ranging from full‑throttle metal blasting to quiet, subtle and beautifully eerie musical landscapes. The band’s roots lie strongly in the classic heavy metal of the 1970s and 1980s. The songs are delivered in a hardy, straightforward and no‑nonsense style. In the dark‑toned music, the lyrics deal with different matters of life and the world in general, and at times even horror stories told with a devilish grin.

Occult Master are:
Ari Eskola – guitars and vocals
Toni Mäki – bass and backing vocals
Jussi Risto – drums

https://www.facebook.com/occultmasterband
https://occultmaster.bandcamp.com

STORMBRINGER to Release New Single ‘Dirt And Bone’ on 28th August

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STORMBRINGER release their new single “Dirt And Bone” on 28th August, new album   ‘Transcendence‘ is out on 4th September on Attic Records. 

New single “Dirt And Bone” is a huge slab of dark introspection, hypnotic and powerful and showcases Stormbringer at their absolute finest. 

Preorder the single here: https://orcd.co/att015s02

The band comment: “Dirt And Bone” is a dark and moody track. It was originally written for the Blood and Rust album before my departure from the band in 2015. We always loved the original version and felt it would be a shame to leave it locked away.   
Revisiting the lyrics and performing the song again during rehearsals brought back memories of a time when I felt drained and overwhelmed by how I viewed myself and my place in the world. I was clearly not in a good space and needed support and care from friends and loved ones.   
While it pains me now to think about how harshly I treated myself, I can also recognise that period as a dangerous, yet important part of my personal growth. 
“Dirt And Bone” has become something I can measure that journey against, and for that, I’m thankful.”

STORMBRINGER release a brand-new studio album ‘TRANSCENDENCE’ on September 4th via Attic Records.
Preorder the album here: https://linktr.ee/stormbringer

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.

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.

Stormbringer UK Tour Dates:
11th Sept Roadmender, Northampton plus Brightblack, Silence Mutant
12th Sept The Old Wine Vaults plus Brightblack, Silence Mutant
25th Sept The Portland Arms, Cambridge plus Planet Fatale, Brightblack
26th Sept The Carlist, Hastings plus Planet Fatale, Silence Mutant
20th Nov B2, Norwich plus Black Transistor, Planet Fatale, Triggered Velocity
21st Nov Percy’s Rock Café, Whitchurch plus Planet Fatale, local support
27th Nov The Cobblestones, Bridgewater, plus Metallised
28th Nov Bears Cave, Bournemouth plus Brightblack, Silence Mutant
As special guests to Viking Skull
29th Nov London, Cart & Horses
7th Dec West End Centre, Aldershot
8th Dec Billy Bootleggers, Nottingham
9th Dec Star And Garter, Manchester
10th Dec Bannermans, Edinburgh
11th 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

Album presale: 
https://stormbringer.bigcartel.com/product/transcendence-cd-album
https://orcd.co/att015

https://www.facebook.com/Stormbringerrock/
https://www.youtube.com/@stormbringer3310
https://www.instagram.com/stormbringeruk/
https://x.com/UKSTORMBRINGER
https://www.tiktok.com/@stormbringerofficial
https://stormbringer.bigcartel.com/

SOULGRIND’s 10th Album “Ad Pulchram Mortem” Out Now – Emotions from the depths of Tuonela

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Soulgrind is proud to announce the release of their long-awaited album ‘Ad Pulchram Mortem’, released on August 14, 2026 via Inverse Records. The album draws deeply from Finnish folklore and the ancient mythology of Tuonela (the realm of the dead) and marks not only a new chapter for the band, but a kind of resurrection.

LISTEN to Ad Pulchram Mortem album on streaming services: https://push.fm/fl/soulgrind-ad-pulchram-mortem

After a fifteen-year hiatus, Soulgrind returned with one clear purpose: to carry life’s darkest as well as most beautiful stories into music. Ad Pulchram Mortem, Latin for “toward beautiful death” is the culmination of that return: crushing doom riffs, the rawness of black metal, and haunting melodic passages woven together into a melodic mass. A mass that is as beautiful as it is dark.

A Word From the Band

 “We feel an overwhelming sense of enthusiasm, pride, and excitement bringing this album into the world. Ad Pulchram Mortem is more than a collection of songs, it’s the sound of Soulgrind’s rebirth, a tribute to the stories and the life that shaped us. It is also a promise of everything still to come. We poured everything we had into this record, and sharing it with you now is one of the proudest moments of our journey as a band.”

The Sound of Tuonela 

Fronted by the powerful vocals of Tanja Lilith, Azhemin‘s beautiful melodies cut through the atmosphere, Azhemin’s growls, Lord‘s guitars, and JP Immonen‘s bass drive the chaos with a low, steady pulse. Newer members Suntio and Micko Hell bring fresh energy to the band’s evolving sound, while longtime collaborator Jarno Hänninen at D-Studio — a mixing partnership stretching back to 2003 — has made sure the album’s sound lands exactly where it should: heavy, immersive, and unrelenting.

More to Come 

Ad Pulchram Mortem is only the beginning of this new era for Soulgrind. The band is already looking ahead: new material is in the works for future releases, and live shows are currently being planned. Fans can expect to see more of Soulgrind going forward — both on record and on stage.

WATCH music video ‘Jylhä Metsämies’ https://youtu.be/aoBIyV44VOY
WATCH lyric video ‘Tears of the Earth’ https://youtu.be/TfVEp2ia900

Track list:

  1. Nousee Musta Lintu
  2. The Origin of The White Serpent
  3. Jylhä Metsämies
  4. The Last Day of Therinon
  5. In The Circus of Tuonela
  6. Dark Water Wide
  7. Tears of The Earth
  8. A Whispered Curse Upon The Gale
  9. As A Narrow Fjord Descends
  10. Into The Shadows of Devotion

Album pic by Susanna Mansner

Soulgrind is a Finnish metal band formed in 1992, known for blending gothic metal, thrash and black metal into a dark, melodic atmosphere. The band was founded by Lord Heikkinen, who has consistently contributed guitar and programming. Since 1999 Miika ‘Azhemin’ Niemelä has handled keyboards and programming, later adding harsh vocals.

Soulgrind’s music often explores themes related to the darker aspects of Finnish history and psyche, combining passion, war, and the “dark side of mind” into their lyrical content, reflecting a deep connection to Finland’s cultural and historical roots. But there has always been the bride side for the aspects as well. Classic war of love and hate.The  sound has evolved over the time, but Soulgrind has maintained a core identity rooted in metal with a dark, atmospheric edge, resisting strict genre categorization and embracing musical development freely. Freedom of metal has always been the theme. And so it shall be.

Soulgrind is recognized for their intelligent and unique approach to metal, merging melodic and dark elements to create a distinctive sound within the Finnish metal scene. Their long-standing presence since the early 90s marks them as a significant act in the gothic and black metal genres in Finland.

Line-up:
Lord Heikkinen: guitars
Azhemin: Keybords, vocals
Tanya Lilith: Vocals
Suntio: Drums
JP: Bass
Micko Hell: Guitars, Vocals

Former members: Roope Latvala (Children of Bodom, Stone), Juke Eräkangas, Tommi McLaunone (Gloomy Grim, Nomicon), Henrik Laine (Deepred )

https://www.facebook.com/SoulgrindFinland
https://soulgrind.bandcamp.com