Jennifer Scream have released “How To Make A Monster”, the first single taken from their upcoming fifth studio album, “UNFAITHFUL”, due out on January 15th.
“How To Make A Monster” is also the first new music to feature Jennifer Scream’s renewed line-up, with Dave on vocals and Nick on guitar joining Steve Foglia on drums and P.A.R.O. on bass.
Formed in 2007 by singer Met and drummer Steve Foglia, Jennifer Scream have built their sound around heavy riffs, big melodies and the attitude of bands such as Hardcore Superstar and Backyard Babies, while bringing in the heavier influences of their individual members.
Their discography began with “Under My Pin Heels” in 2008, followed by “It’s Rock, You Suck” in 2009 and “Mad Cow” in 2012. Over the years, the band have also shared the stage with names including Hardcore Superstar, Pretty Boy Floyd, Adam Bomb and Michael Monroe.
After returning with their self-titled album in 2025, Jennifer Scream are now ready for the next step.
“UNFAITHFUL” arrives January 15th on all major digital platforms, with a limited physical edition also planned.
More details, including the tracklist and new music, will be revealed soon.
Jimmy Kay from The Metal Voice recently spoke to guitarist and vocalist of Zebra, Randy Jackson. In the chat, Jackson talks about the band’s upcoming new studio album, Zebra 5, how the first single was co-written with Paul Stanley and then talks about the band’s legacy and his audition for Ace Frehley’s position when he first left the band.
Watch the interview below.
When asked about the Musical Direction of *Zebra 5* “
” I’m going to say that as far as Zebra records go, it’s got a little bit of ‘Zebra 3’ in it because there’s a lot of songs that have great hooks, nice choruses to them but it’s heavier than the third Zebra album. I think people are going to love the album. I really do. It’s a variety without being too confusing.
I also did a couple of songs with Edgar Allan Poe poems. One of them is called “The Conqueror Worm,” which people may be familiar with but there’s another one that’s called “Ulalume,” or you may call it you say “Ulalume.” You know, I’ve heard it pronounced both ways, but I pronounce it “Uli,” and it’s a love song, you know. It’s strictly a love song. I usually write music around lyrics. So, this was kind of a challenge, especially because of the language and the way the sentences were formed, and the words that he used and the order that he used them in. That’s where the challenge was, you know, to figure out where, where’s the chorus going to be? Where’s the hook? What do I do?
When asked about his Paul Stanley Collaboration
” (Going back )My manager at the time, a guy named Scott Ross, he put us together. He made the connection. And, you know, I don’t really remember how he did that, but he put the whole thing together. Kiss all knew of Zebra. I mean, we had opened up for them at that point down at the Superdome in New Orleans. And, uh, yeah, and we were on the local scene. They lived in New York, so they heard Twisted Sister and Zebra, and all these bands. So they were well aware of us.
Well, the first single is going to be a song that I wrote with Paul Stanley. It’s a song called “Walk With You,” and we wrote it back when I was doing the China Rain album but it never made it to the record. Always a great song, but it was just one of those that, you know, well, we’ll put, do it on the next album or something, and there was no next album. So, going through the older material that I had, I said, this is really good, we should do this with Zebra. So, I called Paul, got in touch with him, and he said, “Yeah, that sounds good. It was one session we wrote the song in. It was very quick, about two hours. I went to his place in Manhattan. That was like 1990, right around then. The song came out great. Did a demo. It was good. I still, of course, had the demo and we just kind of went off of that. We changed the arrangement a little bit.”
When asked about his audition with KISS when Ace Frehley left the band
“They were looking for somebody after Ace originally left. So, they had heard of me and they flew me out to California and I went in and I’m going to audition but there’s no band. It’s just going to be me playing, by myself. And they put me with this little bitty amp. I did what I could. I had learned a couple of the KISS songs but they weren’t even interested in that, and it was very quick. It was interesting, and I was flattered that they called me.”
METHANE‘s “Demolate” isn’t just an album; it’s a declaration of war on the mundane. Get ready for a wild ride where intensity reigns and the spirit of thrash explodes in a furious sonic onslaught.
The album is available on CD and a ltd. colored (neon yellow) vinyl. If you order on Bandcamp, you get a free signed poster on top; you also find an exclusive sexy shirt there.
To celebrate the album release, METHANE reveal a new video clip for the album smash hit “I Fuck For Beer“.
„‘I Fuck For Beer‘ is exactly what it sounds like. No shame, no filter, just the truth about what people will do when they’re desperate. The lyrics were writen by all 4 of us on tour, in a cabin in Finland somewhere between Helsinki and Turku. We all wrote a couple of lines and I pit them together”, comments Tim Scott.
Born in 2012, METHANE quickly combusted, reverting to the pure, unadulterated thrash metal roots of its founders, Tim Scott (formerly of Death Metal cult act REVENANT, with John McEntee of INCANTATION) and Jimi Mästerbo. A relentless touring machine, METHANE has left a trail of destruction across countless stages in Europe and the U.S. through headline runs, support slots with bands like WHIPLASH, WARBRINGER, NERVOSA, MASSACRE, and festival appearances such as „Sabaton Open Air“, „Speed Metal Party“, „In Flammen“ and others.
Their sound is a blistering, high-speed assault designed for the pit.
The crowd yelled, “Play faster!” They did! METHANE is ready to unleash their explosive new album, “Demolate”, which will be released on their new label Fireflash Records (HOLY MOSES, MEZZROW, SAVAGE MANIA a.o.).
Colliding NYHC punk with a blistering Bay Area thrash assault, METHANE delivers a relentless barrage of razor-sharp riffs, thunderous drumming, and commanding vocals that demand your attention. As a fierce contender in the New Wave of Old-School Thrash Metal scene, “Demolate” promises a chaotic journey through apocalyptic themes and raw, beer-fueled madness.
METHANE is: Tim Scott – Bass and vocals Jimi Mästerbo – Guitar Markus Grundström – Guitar Richard Fredriksson – Drums
PATRIARCHS IN BLACK release the new single “No More Blood”. The song is the first single taken from the upcoming studio album “To Serve Man”, out on January 8th 2027 at Metalville.
Dan Lorenzo explains: “When I wrote “No More Blood” I came up with thebassline first. Soon after I “heard” the chorus in my head-lyrics/melody and everything.
I was reading a book on Patton and I envisioned D-Daylike the opening scene to “Saving Private Ryan”. I saw parts of the movie “Platoon” a few weeksearlier while channel-surfing.I can’t imagine how horrible war must be. Terrible.
I went into the studio and sang scratch vocals before Johnny Kelly recorded his drums.I left in a small portion of my chorus vocals, but then had Jeff Dixon, Sarah Sovak and Joe FerraraREALLY sing.
Super stoked the first single off our next album is out forthe world to hear.”
As with their previous albums, thy have managed to secure a line-up of top-class guest musicians for their new studio album ‘To Serve Man’, due for release in January.
Below is the album cover for “To Serve Man” and the track list with the respective line-ups.
These Dark Days… Johnny Kelly drums Dan Lorenzo guitars/bass Mark Sunshine vocals
Tectonic Johnny Kelly drums Dan Lorenzo guitars/bass Mark Sunshine vocals
No More Blood Johnny Kelly drums Dan Lorenzo guitars/bass/vocals Jeff Dixon vocals Sarah Sovak vocals Joe Ferrara vocals
YOU Johnny Kelly drums Dan Lorenzo guitar/bass Jeff Dixon vocals
Spoiler Alert Johnny Kelly drums Dan Lorenzo guitar/bass/backing vox Joe Ferrara vocals
No Hue Johnny Kelly drums Dan Lorenzo guitar/bass/vox Sarah Sovak vocals/flute/keys Jonathan Eng violin
Nothing Left in the Tank for Love Johnny Kelly drums Dan Lorenzo guitars Kyle Thomas vocals Damon Trotta bass
FEAST OF SNAKES Johnny Kelly drums Dan Lorenzo guitar Karl Agell vocals Dave Neabore bass
World Standing Still Johnny Kelly drums Dan Lorenzo guitars Mark Sunshine vocals Johnny Araya bass
Sky Song Johnny Kelly drums Dan Lorenzo guitar/bass Joe Ferrara vocals
Murder Machine Johnny Kelly drums Dan Lorenzo Guitar Joe Ferrara vocals Eric J. Morgan bass
Left Behind Johnny Kelly drums Dan Lorenzo guitars/bass Daniel Soren vocals
Dutch symphonic metal giants EPICA have announced that their monumental live spectacle, Live at The Symphonic Synergy, is now available worldwide as a digital album.
Live at The Symphonic Synergy was recorded during their sold-out show at AFAS Amsterdam, The Netherlands, on September 20th 2024, marking a monumental milestone in EPICA’s 20-plus-year career. The release features the band performing alongside a full orchestra and choir, seamlessly blending heavy metal riffs, intricate progressive arrangements, and grand orchestral compositions. This digital album edition allows fans to experience the full, immersive audio of this landmark performance, anywhere.
The band have also revealed a live video of ‘Consign To Oblivion‘ taken from the show, watch here:
01. Welcome to The Symphonic Synergy (Live at The Symphonic Synergy) 02. Unleashed (Live at The Symphonic Synergy) 03. The Essence of Silence (Live at The Symphonic Synergy) 04. Menace of Vanity (Live at The Symphonic Synergy) 05. Sensorium (Live at The Symphonic Synergy) 06. The Fifth Guardian (Live at The Symphonic Synergy) 07. Crimson Bow & Arrow (Live at The Symphonic Synergy) 08. Arcana (Live at The Symphonic Synergy) 09. The Skeleton Key (Live at The Symphonic Synergy) 10. The Ghost in Me – Danse Macabre – (Live at The Symphonic Synergy) 11. Storm the Sorrow (Live at The Symphonic Synergy) 12. Symphonic Synergy Medley (Live at The Symphonic Synergy) 13. Tides of Time (Live at The Symphonic Synergy) 14. Sirens – of Blood and Water – (Live at The Symphonic Synergy) 15. Unchain Utopia (Live at The Symphonic Synergy) 16. Beyond the Matrix (Live at The Symphonic Synergy) 17. Code of Life (Live at The Symphonic Synergy) 18. Cry for the Moon (Live at The Symphonic Synergy) 19. Aspiral (Live at The Symphonic Synergy) 20. Consign to Oblivion (Live at The Symphonic Synergy)
Across September and October 2027 EPICA will undertake ‘The Symphonic Synergy’ European Tour. The band will take a full orchestra and choir to some of Europe’s most spectacular venues. Fans in 10 countries will be able to experience this extraordinary production in celebration of EPICA’s 25th anniversary.
24.09.27 | Lotto Arena | Antwerpen, BE 25.09.27 | Jahrhunderthalle | Frankfurt, DE 26.09.27 | Forum Karlin | Prague, CZ 29.09.27 | PreZero Arena Gliwice | Gliwice, PL 01.10.27 | Admiralspalast | Berlin, DE 03.10.27 | Teatro Arcimboldi | Milano, IT 04.10.27 | The Hall | Zürich, CH 06.10.27 | Royal Albert Hall | London, UK *SOLD OUT 08.10.27 | Le Zenith | Paris, FR 10.10.27 | Palacio Vistalegre | Madrid, ES 11.10.27 | Sagres Campo Pequeno | Lisbon, PT
EPICA – UPCOMING TOUR DATES
29.01.27 | Royal Theatre Carré | Amsterdam, NL *SOLD OUT 30.01.27 | Royal Theatre Carré | Amsterdam, NL *SOLD OUT 31.01.27 | Royal Theatre Carré | Amsterdam, NL *SOLD OUT
03.03.27 | Montevideo Music Box | Montevideo, UY 06.03.27 | Movistar Arena | Santiago, CL 07.03.27 | Estadio Malvinas Argentinas | Buenos Aires, AR 09.03.27 | Palacios de los Deportes | San Jose, CR 11.03.27 | Chamorro City Hall | Bogota, CO
24.09.27 | Lotto Arena | Antwerpen, BE 25.09.27 | Jahrhunderthalle | Frankfurt, DE 26.09.27 | Forum Karlin | Prague, CZ 29.09.27 | PreZero Arena Gliwice | Gliwice, PL 01.10.27 | Admiralspalast | Berlin, DE 03.10.27 | Teatro Arcimboldi | Milano, IT 04.10.27 | The Hall | Zürich, CH 06.10.27 | Royal Albert Hall | London, UK *SOLD OUT 08.10.27 | Le Zenith | Paris, FR 10.10.27 | Palacio Vistalegre | Madrid, ES 11.10.27 | Sagres Campo Pequeno | Lisbon, PT
20.11.27 | Vibra | São Paulo, BR
Tickets and VIP upgrades are available from epica.nl/tour
About EPICA:
EPICA’s 25-year journey is a masterclass in conceptual depth, technical brilliance, and unyielding sonic evolution.
The world of symphonic metal thrives on grand concepts and uncompromising standards, but few bands have elevated this genre to such momentous creative heights as EPICA. Formed in the Netherlands in 2002, these perennially dynamic masters of sonic opulence swiftly grabbed the world’s attention with their 2003 debut album The Phantom Agony. Right from the start, EPICA struck a sublime balance between sweeping orchestral grandeur and progressive heavy metal grit.
Now for a quarter of a century, the Dutch luminaries have continually refined their signature sound. The core dynamic remains anchored by Simone Simons’ soaring, versatile lead vocals, with contrast from Mark Jansen’s guttural growls. Guitars from Isaac Delahaye deliver a barrage of scything, technical riffs, while keyboard maestro Coen Janssen weaves intricate, cinematic symphonic arrangements around them. Driving the music forward is the powerhouse rhythm section of drummer Ariën van Weesenbeek – known for his relentless precision – and bassist Rob van der Loo, who grounds the band’s complexity with a deep, authoritative low end.
Rather than resting on their laurels, EPICA continue to push sonic boundaries, delivering grand storytelling and relentless energy. Celebrating 25 years of music, memory, and monumental sound, the band stands proudly at the peak of their craft – honouring their past while stepping boldly into the future.
Swedish metal legends AMON AMARTH unleash their essential new album The Allfather Awakens, today via Metal Blade. The ten-song masterwork marks the beginning of a new world and further cements the legacy of their spectacularly memorable riffs, unflinching melodic aural power and powerfully rendered lyrics. Three decades in, Amon Amarth remain a band of brothers, and that loyalty and unity allow for harmony and a united front that conquers both the stage and record.
For Amon Amarth, a new album marks the beginning of a new world. As with previous records, Oden, the Norse “all father” who is a deity of war, wisdom, death, magic, and poetry, is the through-line in Amon Amarth‘s lyrics and artwork. Once again, Oden is the band’s inspiration, but The Allfather Awakens is not a concept album, rather a collection of historically inspired epic tales of conflict and sacrifice for a greater good.
The Allfather Awakens includes Amon Amarth‘s first-ever acoustic excursion “Upphaf” which carries the solemnity of an oral history whispered under the shadow of the Allfather. The album’s following singles “Gjallarhorn” and “Eight Legs of Thunder” arrived as furious Amon Amarth classics. Today’s focus track “The Allfather Awakes” encompasses the album’s overall theme – “wisdom, knowledge and facts need to become the guide for the future,” cautions frontman and lyricist Johan Hegg.
Artwork by Tom Thiel
To gain wisdom beyond mortal comprehension, Oden made the ultimate sacrifice – gouging out his own eye and casting it into the Well of Wisdom, Mímisbrunnr, in exchange for cosmic insight and foresight that would shape the fate of gods and men alike. Now, Amon Amarth bring that ancient reckoning to life and they are extending Oden’s offer to you. Those who received the eye know what must be done. Those who did not: seek it out. Sacrifice your sight. Gain your foresight.
Amon Amarth took a new songwriting approach for The Allfather Awakens. The album came to life across two recording sessions, months apart, at producer Jacob Hansen’s studio in Denmark. Amon Amarth began writing songs while touring, rather than waiting until they were off the road. The writing and recording process allowed the musicians to intensely focus on each track, resulting in an album where each song was treated as a single. Guitar-wise, Amon Amarth opted for a slightly less modern approach sonically, moving away from 5150 amps and back to Marshalls. The music was written before the lyrics, setting the tone for the words.
The Allfather Awakens is yet another step up, introducing previously untried efforts, an impressive and conscious musical and lyrical feat after three decades of band-dom. Next week, Amon Amarth commence their journey across the U.K. and Europe. The Allfather Awakens will take physical form on stage as the band unveils an entirely new production inspired by Oden’s legendary Golden Hall, transforming their iconic concert experience into a living extension of the new album. See below for a full list of worldwide dates; visit HERE for tickets and more info.
Amon Amarth Live Dates: UK: Oct 09: England – Manchester, O2 Apollo Oct 10: England – London, Eventim Apollo Oct 11: England – Wolverhampton, Civic Hall EU: Oct 13: France – Paris, Zenith Oct 14: Luxembourg – Esch sur Alzette, Rockhal Oct 16: Germany – Stuttgart, Schleyer-Halle Oct 17: Germany – Frankfurt, Festhalle Oct 18: Belgium – Antwerp, Lotto Hall Oct 20: Netherlands – Den Bosch, Mainstage Oct 21: Germany – Hamburg, Sporthalle Oct 23: Sweden – Gothenburg, Scandinavium Oct 24: Sweden – Stockholm, Hovet Oct 26: Finland – Helsinki, Ice Hall Oct 27: Estonia – Tallin, Unibet Arena Oct 29: Poland – Gliwice, PreZero Arena Gliwice Oct 30: Germany – Leipzig, Quarterback Immobilien Arena Oct 31: Germany – Oberhausen, Rudolf Weber Arena Nov 02: Hungary – Budapest, Barba Negra Nov 03: Austria – Vienna, Gasometer Nov 04: Germany – Bamberg, Brose Arena Nov 06: Czech Republic – Prague, O2 Universum Nov 07: Germany – Berlin, Velodrom Nov 08: Germany – Munich, Zenith Nov 10: Italy – Milan, Alcatraz Nov 11: Switzerland – Zurich, The Hall Nov 13: Spain – Barcelona, Sant Jordi Club Nov 14: Spain – Madrid, Vistalegre Nov 15: Portugal – Lisbon, Sala Tejo
Amon Amarth Lineup: Johan Hegg – Vocals Olavi Mikkonen – Guitar Johan Söderberg – Guitar Ted Lundström – Bass Jocke Wallgren – Drums
More about Amon Amarth and their cultural influence From Amon Amarth‘s 1992 formation in Tumba, Sweden, to the worldwide fame they’ve found in the ensuing years, their lyrical, live and recorded musical legacy speaks for itself. Over the past few years the band have performed globally and alongside legendary acts such as Slayer, Iron Maiden, Slipknot, Pantera in addition to monumental takeovers of Los Angeles’ The Forum and Denver’s historic Red Rocks Amphitheatre to name a few. Across seas, Amon Amarth have headlined multiple major rock and metal fests including an epic performance at Germany’s Wacken in 2024 for 85,000. Elsewhere on UK/European soil, the Viking lords have twice headlined the UK’s storied Bloodstock festival, made four appearances at Download (2008 – 2019), and performed at Summer Breeze eight times (2003 – 2024) – six of them as headliner.
Their rapidly increasing sales and touring numbers, plus pre-release buzz to Amon Amarth‘s 2026 North American tour with Dethklok and Castle Rat, has managed to garner mainstream success without sacrificing either of their constantly evolving creativity or heaviness. Audience demographics run the gamut from pre-teens to 60-somethings, an inclusive metal experience for those who appreciate epic positivity and powerfully inspirational lyrics.
Their cultural influence cannot be overstated. To wit: The Row. The consensus is that the legendary “Viking row” by audience members first began during the 2009 Amon Amarth set at Bloodstock. Fans get on the ground and, in unison, imitate rowing an invisible longship in a powerfully unifying experience. With the 2022 release of the single and video “Put Your Back into the Oar,” Hegg said, “we thought it was a good idea to write a song about The Row! This one is for you, the fans, wherever you are-and may Oden guide you as you row to your destiny in uncharted seas!“
Over the years the phenomenon has spread to other artist’s’ concerts and global events including 2026 World Cup audiences – but thanks to video footage, it’s safe to say Amon Amarth audiences began the now-iconic trend. Last month, Hegg spoke to Norway’s public broadcaster NRK about the The Row‘s origin, read the interview HERE.
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
