A pioneering band of Finnish melancholic metal Lyijykomppania came to an end in 2022 with the passing of founding member and drummer Esa Moilanen. However, a new lineup, KantalaSyndrooma, was formed in 2023 to carry on the band’s legacy, featuring musicians who had played with Lyijykomppania over the years. Rather than a tribute act, it is a band forging its own path, though Lyijykomppania songs may occasionally be heard at their live shows.
The band has been quietly preparing its debut album, “Aavan suon tuolle puolen” (in english: Beyond the vast marsh), set for release on November 6, 2026. Now the band offers a taste of the upcoming album with the single and music video “Viinanpolttajien laulu” (in english: Moonshiners’s song).
–ISRC: FI3FC2657409 –Composition & lyrics: Petri Lindström
Guitarist and songwriter Lindström provides some background on the release: “While composing the song, an idea for the lyrics started taking shape in my mind, which in turn sparked an idea for the video; it was an efficient process in that sense, having three ideas swirling around at once. ‘Viinanpolttajien laulu’ is perhaps the album’s most lighthearted track, even though the subject matter is grim—we are in the ninth winter of the nuclear winter following a nuclear war. A group of ‘jolly’ men have retreated into the wild to escape the post-nuclear world, taking their moonshine stills and other essentials with them—and the forest certainly offers plenty of wood to burn. And although there is a glimmer of hope that the sun might appear again someday, there is little desire to return to that wretched world, as long as the booze keeps flowing and they can occasionally shout their lungs out into the dark forest.”
The band’s story will continue in the future, as the next release is already in the works. Time will tell whether it turns out to be a full-length album or an EP.
Finnish metal band Garden of Stone are set to release their second album ‘For the World of the Obsolete’ on December 11th 2026 via Inverse Records. The third single, “Red Giraffe,” is out today, accompanied by an official music video.
“Melancholy, dreaminess and longing – that’s what you’ll find in ‘Red Giraffe’. With this song, we wanted to explore a soundscape built on huge contrasts: soft and gloomy sections that gradually give way to massive wall-of-sound choruses and soaring vocals.
The song deals with the effects of substance abuse and the often misaligned public discourse surrounding the issue. For us, ‘Red Giraffe’ is about exploring the darker sides of the subject without simplifying it – and letting the music reflect the emotional weight and contrasts within the story.” says the band
–Composed by Jere Mäntysalo, Jesse Salo –Lyrics by Jesse Salo –Mixed & mastered by Joona Muistola, HAW Studios –Artwork: Original photo: Teemu Leskinen, Edit: Noora Khouya & Ville Penkari –ISRC: FI3FC2694705
BIOGRAPHY:
Garden of Stone is a band that refuses to adhere to traditional genre limits. Though the band identifies as “death metal” for convenience’s sake, they draw inspiration from rock, shoegaze, and all kinds of metal, whether it be melodic death, black, or prog.
When listening to Garden of Stone, be prepared to expect the unexpected as the band takes you on a journey through face-melting riffs, hauntingly beautiful melodies, groovy vibes, blast beats, and everything in between.
For the World of the Obsolete Track list:
The first track on the album that acts as a prelude to the subsequent songs
Silence Falters
Create, Doctrinate, Incinerate
Nightcrawler
Red Giraffe
Obsession
Jää
Road Without A Path
Butterfly of Wasted Prayers
Satumaa-tango
–Mixed & mastered by Joona Muistola, HAW Studios –Artwork by Matias Stenman
Line-up: Jere Mäntysalo – Guitar Jesse Salo – Vocals Kalle Hänninen – Bass Ville Penkari – Guitar Tapio Haverinen – Drums
The title track, “Estuary“, is the second song to be revealed from the album.
Accompanied by a music video produced by WITTR, the track follows mythical figures moving through a landscape of decayed concrete, collapsed railroad tracks, and industrial ruins overgrown with brambles and ivy. The Blue Heron overlooks the estuary, where salt water and fresh water combine in an alchemy of renewal.
Nathan Weaver says: “If wilderness overcame the cities in the future, the estuaries would be realms of power and magic. Within the world-building of the album, the estuaries are key nexus points where magic has taken on physical form. Spirits, both good and evil, walk the earth.”
French extreme metal band NECROWRETCH have announced a run of European dates with Iceland’s Misþyrming, taking place from 10 to 16 October as part of the All Worlds in Decay Tour 2026. The seven shows cover Belgium, Germany, Sweden and Poland, with French death metal outfit Profanation and Italian experimental black metal duo Gorrch completing the bill.
Live, Necrowretch operate as a four-piece, with Vlad on vocals and rhythm guitar, W. Cadaver on lead guitar, R. Cadaver on bass and N. Destroyer on drums. Their road record runs through club tours alongside Impiety and Cemetery Urn, Asian dates in 2018, Hellfest in 2022 and Nox Occultum in Tilburg in September 2025.
The dates follow Swords of Dajjal, the band’s fifth album, released through Season of Mist on February 2nd, 2024.
Three years in the making, Swords of Dajjal was recorded, mixed and mastered by Francis Caste at Studio Sainte Marthe in Paris and sharpens the band’s black metal focus while keeping traces of the death metal that shaped them. Its eight tracks are conceived as prophecies centred on Dajjal, the false messiah of Islamic eschatology, drawing on North African and Middle Eastern mythology.
Seven nights in club rooms across four countries, and Swords of Dajjal at close quarters.
ALL WORLDS IN DECAY – 2026 EU TOUR:
10 October: Zulte, BE @ The Cluck Factory 11 October: Oberhausen, DE @ Helvete 12 October: Malmö, SE @ Plan B 13 October: Erfurt, DE @ Club From Hell 14 October: Dresden, DE @ Club Pushkin 15 October: Kraków, PL @ Zaścianek 16 October: Poznań, PL @ 2Progi
Cover Art – Stefan Thanneur / Manifeste
Track list:
Ksar Al-Kufar (04:22)
The Fifth Door (05:30)
Dii Mauri (05:07)
Swords of Dajjal (04:56)
Numidian Knowledge (04:12)
Vae Victis (04:18)
Daeva (02:49)
Total Obliteration (06:13) Total runtime: 37:27
Line-up: Vlad — Vocals, Rhythm Guitars W. Cadaver — Lead Guitars R. Cadaver — Bass N. Destroyer — Drums
Hard rock juggernaut The Dead Daisies have officially charted a bold course for 2027, ushering in a thrilling new chapter with the addition of legendary former Foreigner frontman Kelly Hansen on lead vocals. Signalling a restart for the band, the rock collective has confirmed the upcoming release of abrand- new singlealongsideextensive global touring plans.
Fronted by exceptional lead vocalist Kelly Hansen (Foreigner/Hurricane), the lineup features stellar guitar work from Doug Aldrich (Whitesnake/Dio) alongside driving rhythm from guitarist David Lowy (MINK/Red Phoenix). Rounding out the powerhouse rhythm section are heavy-hitting drummer Tommy Clufetos (Black Sabbath/Ozzy Osbourne) and dynamic bassist Jimi Crutchley (The Quireboys).
“When I left Foreigner after 20 great years, I told everybody I wasn’t “retiring” just moving on to other things. This project gives me the opportunity to stretch out with some new melodies, a new vibe and fresh energy. We’re gonna rock it!” – Kelly Hansen
With the band in the studio working on new music, ‘Lift Me Up’ is the first track to materialise as a preview of what lies ahead….
“‘Lift Me Up’ started off as a dead simple guitar riff and heavy groove….as the song progressed the melody just grew from there. It’s very melodic and the lyric reflects positively and a vibe to lift us up in these crazy times. We’re working on more cool music for the album right now and I’m excited about where it’s heading. It’s also gonna be amazing to be onstage with Kelly again after all these years! His vocal range is exceptional and he’s a badass frontman. Can’t wait to get out there and see you all in 2027!!” – Doug Aldrich
Check out the video for ‘Lift Me Up’ and turn it up loud!
The Dead Daisies will spend the remainder of the year in the recording studio and hit the road for an extensive global tour in 2027. While their confirmed spring leg runs through Europe and the United Kingdom from March 4 to March 21, the band has also announced an upcoming USA tour leg for 2027.
Audiences can expect an explosive live set bringing the band’s new tracks and classic fan favourites to stages worldwide.
“We’re fired up about the direction The Daisies is taking. Kelly has slotted in and it just feels right. We’ve got a killer record taking shape and looking forward to a big year of touring ahead. Bring on 2027!” – David Lowy
For tour dates, ticket links, and the latest updates on the upcoming single, visit the official The Dead Daisies Website.
More dates to be announced….
2027 TOUR DATES EUROPE & UK – MARCH With Special Guests: The Quireboys & The Gems
March 4 at Zeche in Bochum, DE March 5 at De Effenaar in Eindhoven, NL March 6 at Gruenspan in Hamburg, DE March 9 at O2 Forum in London, UK March 10 atRock City in Nottingham, UK March 13 at Élysée Montmartre in Paris, FR March 14 at Z7 in Pratteln, CH March 16 at Magazzini Generali in Milan, IT March 17 at Backstage in Munich, DE March 19 at Palac Akropolis in Prague, CZ March 20 at Columbia Theater in Berlin, DE March 21 at Batschkapp in Frankfurt, DE
USA SPRING TOUR – APRIL/MAY With Special Guests: BulletBoys & The Fell (featuring Billy Sheehan)
April 30 at Mickey’s Black Box in Lititz, PA May 1 at Tally Ho Theatre in Leesburg, VA May 2 at TBC in TBC May 4 at Wildey Theatre in Edwardsville, IL May 6 at Arcada Theater in St Charles, IL May 7 at Emerald Theatre in Mount Clemens, MI May 8 at Lorain Palace Theatre in Lorain, OH May 11 at Oriental Theater in Denver, CO May 13 at Marquee Theatre in Tempe, AZ May 14 at Fremont Country Club in Las Vegas, NV May 15 at TBC in Los Angeles, CA
Tickets On Sale TBC – Stay tuned…
SCANDINAVIAN TOUR – SEPTEMBER * Venues to be announced soon
September 9 in Helsinki, Finland September 10 in Tampere, Finland September 11 in Oulu, Tampere September 13 in Lulea, Sweden September 14 in Trondheim, Norway September 15 in Oslo, Norway September 17 in Stockholm, Sweden September 18 in Gothenburg, Sweden September 19 in Copenhagen, Denmark
Alt-rockers The Intemperate Sons have released their third studio album, Ephemera, via FRAME|WORK, marking the latest chapter for a band whose music exists at the intersection of atmospheric alternative rock, emotional intensity, and powerful songwriting.
Produced by The Intemperate Sons and Amir Derakh, Ephemera captures the band’s ability to balance expansive, immersive soundscapes with deeply personal and introspective songwriting. The album explores themes of memory, change, relationships, loss, and the fleeting nature of the moments that shape our lives.
Ephemera pushes the band into its darkest and heaviest territory yet, blending gothic atmosphere with driving alt-rock. The album takes its name from the Greek for “lasting only a day,” and its songs circle the fragile, hungry nature of being alive: the body as a borrowed costume, the masks we wear, the light we can’t hold on to, and the things that consume us while we consume them. Previously released singles including “Chew,” “Meat Suit,” and “The One That Eats You” introduced that theme; Ephemera completes it.
At the heart of the album is “Chasing the Shadows of Dragonflies.” The dragonfly preys on things that may only last a day, and the song follows the pursuit of something that can never quite be caught, a shadow mistaken for the real thing.
For collectors and longtime fans, physical editions of Ephemera are also on the way. Vinyl and CD editions are scheduled for release in early November, giving fans the opportunity to own the album in physical formats.
Ephemeraby The Intemperate Sons is available now via FRAME|WORK. Vinyl and CD editions arrive in early November.
Side One Chew Eyes Behind the Mask Photo Voltaire Meat Suit Chasing the Shadows of Dragonflies
Side Two Dying On That Hill Sensory Deprivation Mystic Visions The One That Eats You Saturday Is Always Hard
The Intemperate Sons release all their music through the Frame|Work record label at the direction of Amir Derakh and Ryan Shuck. All Intemperate Sons’ tracks are mixed by Amir Derakh at Synthicide in Long Beach, CA.
WATCH the Official Music Video for “Chasing the Shadows of Dragonflies”:
In the sweltering Dallas summer of 2019, before the onset of a global pandemic, The Intemperate Sons were born from blood, grit, and a shared obsession with the ghosts of alternative rock’s golden age. The Watson family—Keith on drums, Jake on guitars, and Max on vocals, guitars, and keys—joined forces with longtime friend and bassist Mark Marks to create a sound that’s equal parts searing riffs, haunting harmonies, and unapologetic soul. Think Alice in Chains’ brooding intensity, Stone Temple Pilots’ swagger, and R.E.M.’s poetic undercurrent, all filtered through a ‘70s rock haze that refuses to play it safe.
This isn’t just a band; it’s a family affair, where the unspoken bond between father and sons fuels every chord and lyric. Keith, a Dallas stage veteran, pens lyrics that cut deep—tales of regret, resilience, and the chaos of the human condition. Jake’s guitar lines, sharp yet soulful, weave narratives of their own, while Max’s voice carries the weight of a 25-year-old who’s lived a lifetime in his head. Mark, the groove-obsessed bassist, ties it all together.
The Intemperate Sons hit the ground running, catching the ear of rock heavyweights Ryan Shuck and Amir Derakh (Orgy, Dead By Sunrise, Julien-K), who signed them to their Frame|Work label in 2021. Even a global pandemic couldn’t derail their momentum—holed up in The Kitchen Recording Studios, they crafted their debut album, The Color Within (2022), with tracks like “Dust to Dust” and “Running Man” that pulse with raw emotion and retro grit. Collaborations with legends like Tony Franklin (Whitesnake, The Firm) on singles like “Running Man” and “Dust to Dust” and Derakh’s production on singles like “Game of Keep Away” and “Dark Day’s Night” featured on their second and highly successful album, Dark Day’s Night (2024) pushed their sound further, blending post-grunge edge with folk and hard rock undercurrents.
For fans of alternative rock, this band is a throwback and a revelation—a reminder of why you fell in love with the genre’s raw honesty and a promise that its spirit still burns. The Intemperate Sons aren’t chasing trends; they’re carving their own path, one riff, one lyric, one night at a time.performing tracks that scratch deep into the backbone of the human experience. There is no shortage of darkness in their writing style which has a retro vibe with many guitar driven tracks stacked on top of a groovy rhythm section. The heavier style fits perfectly with the two and three-part vocal harmonies that are a huge part of their overall sound. It has been said that musicians that are related form unique sounds and communicate on a frequency only they can understand. This frequency has become engrained in their songwriting, arrangements, guitar melodies and vocal harmonies. The band has been compared to Alice in Chains, Stone Temple Pilots, and even R.E.M.
The Intemperate Sons are: Max Watson (vocals, backing vocals, guitars, keys, bass) Jake Watson (guitars, bass and backing vocals) Keith Watson (drums, backing vocals) Mark Marks (bass)
THE ROCK ALCHEMIST – Italian Rock Band from Turin with a strong sonic identity that blends modern rock with progressive, hard, alternative, and pop elements!
Kimmo Kuusniemi’s SARCOFAGUS return with a Historic 2010 Concert Video Premiere on YouTube! Click image to watch the video
