Swedish Rock Collective SHUFFLE KNIGHTS Sign to Wild Kingdom / Sound Pollution + Announce New Album “Yellow”

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The 18-piece Swedish rock collective SHUFFLE KNIGHTS are proud to announce they have officially signed to Wild Kingdom / Sound Pollution. To celebrate the announcement, the band also unveils details for their upcoming new album, ‘Yellow,’ set for release on May 22nd.

A grand collective of traveling lifestyle musicians, SHUFFLE KNIGHTS brings together an extraordinary assembly of performers whose individual careers have taken them from jazz clubs and symphony orchestras to massive rock festivals and global arena tours. Collectively, the band’s members have collaborated with an astonishing list of artists and institutions including Taylor Swift, CeeLo Green, Robyn, Ariana Grande, Per Gessle, Ian Hunter, Peter Bjorn and John, Celine Dion, Mike Stern, Yusuf Islam, Royal Stockholm Philharmonic Orchestra, and Loreen, among countless others.

Born and sculpted without restraint during the confined years of the pandemic, ‘Yellow’ delivers thirteen “maxed out” original songs fueled by the spirit of icons like Leon Russell, Nina Simone, Lou Reed, and Funkadelic. The result is an ambitious, progressive R&B experience overflowing with heavy swing, poetic grit, fearless arrangements, and larger-than-life musicality.

Pre-order the album here: https://orcd.co/king139

Founded by Tobbe Fall (guitar & vocals), Jenny Fall (vocals), and Henrik “The Duke of Honk” Widen (vocals & keys), SHUFFLE KNIGHTS are anchored by Widen’s celebrated songwriting pedigree as co-founder of Swedish glam rock institution Diamond Dogs. The partnership with Wild Kingdom feels like a natural home for a band whose sound refuses to acknowledge boundaries, pulling equally from soul, rock, funk, jazz, blues, and theatrical rock’n’roll excess.

The full lineup of SHUFFLE KNIGHTS includes Ola Bothzén (drums), Måns Block (drums), Sara Niklasson (violin & backing vocals), Per Björling (bass & backing vocals), Jonas Lindeborg (trumpet & backing vocals), Andreas Andersson (saxophone), Karl Frisendahl (trombone), Britta Bergström (backing vocals), Jonas Wall (saxophone & flute), Ann Björling (backing vocals), Jörgen Stenberg (percussion), Malin-My Wall (violin), Petra Wahlgren (violin & backing vocals), Magnus Fritz (percussion), and Elinor Berg (French horn). Together, the ensemble channels a wildly eclectic spirit inspired by artists such as The Doors, Mother’s Finest, Muddy Waters, Captain Beefheart, and Macy Gray.

Onstage, SHUFFLE KNIGHTS transform into a massive progressive poetic R&B spectacle, embracing the chaotic spirit and emotional release of Mad Dogs & Englishmen. Fronted by the rotating vocal performances of Jenny Fall, The Duke of Honk, and Tobbe Fall, the band’s explosive live presence is driven by double drummers, soaring brass and string arrangements, and towering harmonies that turn every performance into a euphoric, sweat-soaked celebration of rhythm and soul.

SHUFFLE KNIGHTS are:

Jenny Fall – vocals
Henrik ’The Duke of Honk’ Widen – vocal & keys
Tobbe Fall – guitar & vocals
Ola Bothzen – drums
Måns Block – drums
Sara Niklasson – violin & backup vocal
Per Björling – bass guitar & backup vocal
Jonas Lindeborg – trumpet & backup vocal
Karl Frisendahl – trombone
Britta Bergström – backup vocal
Jonas Wall – saxophone & flute
Andreas Andersson – saxophone
Ann Björling – backup vocal
Jörgen Stenberg – percussion
Malin-My Wall – violin
Petra Wahlgren – violin & backup vocal
Magnus Fritz – percussion
Elinor Berg – french horn

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

FATE UNBURIED Return with New Single + Video ‘Garden’ from Upcoming Album

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Italian progressive death metal outfit FATE UNBURIED return today with a brand new track, “Garden”, while also revealing the cover artwork and full tracklist of their upcoming album “Neraspeme”, set for release on October 16th, 2026 via Time To Kill Records.

“Garden” further expands the band’s increasingly layered sonic identity, moving through contrasting emotional states with a fluid yet unpredictable approach. The track alternates between aggressive, mechanical and martial-driven sections and more open, subdued passages marked by a melancholic undertone, reflecting the band’s evolving focus on dynamic contrast and atmosphere.

Alongside the new single, FATE UNBURIED unveil the visual and structural framework of “Neraspeme”, a record shaped by constant transformation and shifting tension. The album’s tracklist and artwork point toward a work that embraces instability as a compositional principle, where heaviness and introspection coexist rather than oppose each other.

With “Neraspeme”, the band continue to refine a progressive death metal language built on intricate arrangements, emotional depth and a strong atmospheric core, positioning the album as their most complete and multifaceted statement to date.

Stream “Garden” now: https://ffm.to/fate-unburied-garden

The band commented:

“‘Garden’ revolves around a vivid, recurring dream that keeps repeating itself. Every attempt to escape only drags one deeper into the same vicious cycle. What appears to be external slowly reveals itself as internal, until one is faced with a version of himself shaped by his own thoughts”.

Tracklist:

​01. Hope.
02. Expecting Nothing
03. Drain
04. Not Allowed
05. The Descent
06. Deep Rest
07. Seed, Feed, Keep
08. Seeking Perfect Harmony
09. Garden
10. A Pragmatic Way Out
11. Nowhere, After All
12. The Gift

Preorder: https://timetokillrecords.com/collections/fate-unburied

“Neraspeme” is a sonic journey into the core of a relationship in decay. A 12-track concept album, each song is designed to unsettle, surprise, and relentlessly pull the listener forward, never allowing a moment of rest.

The album is defined by sharp, powerful riffs that are often unexpectedly catchy, lodging themselves in the listener’s mind while retaining a fierce, unyielding aggression. The band skillfully weaves in progressive elements through sudden tempo shifts, intricate instrumental passages, and moments of eerily suspended atmosphere, balanced by sections driven by a strong, groove-oriented drum performance.

On a thematic level, “Neraspeme” traces the full emotional cycle of a relationship approaching its end. The tracks unfold like chapters of an inner collapse, moving from blinding anger to disoriented madness, and finally to the album’s title concept: a warped, dark form of hope that offers no redemption and ultimately dissolves like a mirage.

For fans of: Between The Buried And Me, Cynic, Sadist, Alkaloid, Misery Signals

Line-up:
Riccardo Babbolin – Vocals, Guitar
Francesco Garatti – Guitar
Davide Piccolo – Bass
Giorgio Piva – Drums

Discography:
Dehumanized Society (Demo) – 2012
Logos (LP) – 2017
A Pale Color Perception: Hostility (EP) – 2020
A Pale Color Perception: Observant (EP) – 2021
Neraspeme (LP) – 2026

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https://fateunburied.bandcamp.com/

Chile’s ROTTEN TOMB Premiere New Single ‘Here Lies Death’

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Chilean death metallers ROTTEN TOMB present today their new single “Here Lies Death”, with the exclusive premiere hosted by Mystification Zine. The track offers a new glimpse into the band’s upcoming third full-length album “Vestiges of Tortured Souls”, due for release on June 6th, 2026 via Nuclear Winter Records, available on LP, CD and cassette.

“Here Lies Death” showcases a more refined and focused evolution of the band’s sound, while preserving the raw intensity and underground conviction that have defined their identity. The single highlights a clearer songwriting approach and a sharpened sonic vision, pointing toward what is described as the band’s most mature and complete statement to date.

Stream “Here Lies Death” at THIS LOCATION.

Formed in 2016 in Iquique, ROTTEN TOMB have steadily risen as one of the most compelling acts within the South American extreme metal scene, blending death metal with doom-laden atmospheres and occult undertones. Following the strong impact of “Visions of a Dismal Fate” (2022) and the equally praised “The Relief of Death” (2024), the band now returns with their most ambitious and fully realized work to date.

“Vestiges of Tortured Souls” stands as one of the most anticipated death metal releases of the year. On this new record, ROTTEN TOMB refine their sonic identity without sacrificing intensity or authenticity. The riffs are sharper and more cohesive, while the melodies take on a more prominent role, painting soundscapes that feel more sorrowful and evocative than ever before.

Without losing any of the crushing heaviness and sense of decay that defined their earlier material, the band now delivers songs with an immediate and lasting impact. Each track strikes a balance between overwhelming force and carefully crafted lead guitar work, resulting in compositions that are both memorable and devastating.

The album channels the oppressive weight of the genre’s darkest pioneers alongside a deeply mournful and introspective atmosphere, while still maintaining a distinct and personal voice. This duality allows ROTTEN TOMB to push their sound forward, achieving a level of songwriting maturity that marks a clear evolution from their previous efforts.

“Vestiges of Tortured Souls” represents a major step forward for ROTTEN TOMB, solidifying their position at the forefront of Chile’s increasingly renowned extreme metal scene and extending their reach far beyond national borders.

For fans of: Incantation, early Paradise Lost, Krypts, Sonne Adam

Tracklist:

01. Horror Manifestations
02. Condemned Reality
03. Lost Memories
04. Waiting, Dying
05. Mortified
06. Mind of Chaos
07. Here Lies Death
08. Ancestral Preservation
09. Human Pyre

Line-up:

Deathbringer – Guitar, vocals
C. – Guitar
A. Prophaner – Drums
Utukku – Bass

https://rottentomb.bandcamp.com/
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SMOKING SNAKES Unleash New Single ‘Don’t Touch’ from Upcoming Album

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Swedish sleaze metallers Smoking Snakes unleash today a new single, “Don’t Touch”, along with an official visualizer, ahead of the release of their new studio album, “All Lights On”, out on July 10, 2026, via Frontiers Music Srl.

The band said: “Don’t Touch” deals with inner conflict, self-destructive patterns, and the feeling of losing control. It follows a state of isolation and emotional weight, where doubt, regret, and frustration start to take over. The title reflects the awareness of something dangerous… Something you know you shouldn’t reach for, but yet it feels impossible to resist. Once crossed, that line pulls you deeper, making it harder to step back. At the same time, there’s a sense of resistance running through the song… A refusal to fully give in, even when things feel overwhelming. It reflects that tension between falling apart and trying to hold yourself together.”

Pre-Order “All Lights On” HERE

Describing the new album, Smoking Snakes stated: “NOTHING STAYS HIDDEN WHEN THE LIGHTS COME ON. The shadows run, secrets surface, and every flaw, fear, and fire inside us is exposed. This album is a raw flash of truth, like the blinding light in a horror flick when the killer is revealed, or the stage lights right before the first scream of feedback”.

“There’s no place to hide. No mask to wear. No safe darkness”, they continued. “All Lights On” is where neon nightmares meet rock ‘n’ roll redemption. Electric, intense, and unfiltered, just the way it’s meant to be”.

Hailing from Gothenburg, Smoking Snakes are steadily carving out their place in the sleaze metal scene with a sound that blends attitude, melody, and raw energy. Inspired by the great arena rock bands of the 1980s, their music has evolved beyond its roots to develop a distinct and recognizable identity of its own.

A key part of their identity lies in their strong commitment to live performances. Smoking Snakes are a highly active touring band, hitting the road, playing shows, and building a direct connection with their audience. This dedication to the live circuit has allowed them to grow organically, sharpening their performance skills and expanding their fanbase step by step.

At the same time, the band continues to invest serious effort into their artistic development, working consistently to refine their songwriting and define a clear sonic direction. Their evolution reflects both persistence and a genuine passion for their craft.

Their new album, produced by Jack Stroem, captures this moment of growth perfectly. It delivers a collection of songs that balance grit and melody, showcasing a band that is becoming more confident, focused, and mature without losing its edge.

With a strong work ethic, an increasing presence on stage, and a clear vision for the future, Smoking Snakes prove themselves to be more than just an emerging act – they are a band on a steady rise, and one that fans of sleaze metal should keep a close eye on.

“All Lights On” deliver a band in perfect shape ready to take its place in the sleaze scene.

“All Lights On” Tracklist:

1.    103.1 The Scream – The 80’s Late Night Radio Broadcast
2.    Don’t Touch
3.    Trick Or Treat
4.    All I Need
5.    Look In Your Eyes
6.    Last Man Standing
7.    Screaming For More
8.    Broken Heart
9.    Nasty & Wild
10.    Turn On The Lights
11.    Pleasure & Pain
12.    The Last Nightmare

Line Up:
Brett Martin – Lead vocals, rhythm guitar 
Andy Delarge – Bass, backing vocals 
Mackey Gee – Drums, backing vocals 
Rob Raw – Lead guitar, backing vocals

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MOTÖRHEAD Announce 20th Anniversary Edition of “Kiss of Death” & Share New Lyric Video for ‘God Was Never On Your Side’

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Motörhead are pleased to announce the 20th anniversary edition of Kiss of Death, out 3rd July via BMG on expanded double LP and 2CD 
including a previously unreleased 
radio broadcast concert from 
Lowlands Festival 2007

.

You can watch a new lyric video for the fan favourite 
God Was Never On Your Side 
HERE and find preorders HERE.

Originally released in 2006, Kiss of Death is a ferocious reminder of Motörhead’s uncompromising, no-frills spirit—and a timely nod to the legendary status they’ve earned as one of the greatest hard rock bands of all time.


Driven by Lemmy’s unmistakable growl, backed by Phil Campbell’s blistering guitar work and Mikkey Dee’s razor-sharp precision drumming, Kiss of Death—their 18th studio album—picks up exactly where 2004’s Inferno left off. It’s Motörhead doing what they do best: loud, fast, and relentless.


Leaning into the heavier edge of their sound, the album also features guest appearances from Mike Inez (Alice in Chains) and C.C. DeVille (Poison), and delivers standout cuts like Sucker, Trigger, and the fan-favourite God Was Never On Your Side.


Marking its 20th anniversary, this new edition sees the album newly half-speed mastered from the original tapes, with fresh liner notes from Classic Rock’s Dave Ling paying tribute to the contribution of the legendary Phil Campbell following his recent sad passing. It also includes an exclusive bonus live LP, capturing the band’s 2007 performance at Lowlands Festival in Biddinghuizen, Netherlands, available on vinyl for the first time. The CD edition features three additional bonus tracks.

To celebrate the release, there’s also a brand-new official lyric video for God Was Never On Your Side, created by Andy Pilkington, alongside a sneak peek of Killed by Death from the Lowlands performance – out now on all streaming platforms.


Full tracklisting details are below, and for the latest news and updates, head to www.imotorhead.com.

Tracklisting:

VINYL
LP 1 – Kiss of Death (20th Anniversary Edition)

SIDE A

  1. Sucker
  2. One Night Stand
  3. Devil I Know
  4. Trigger
  5. Under the Gun
  6. God Was Never on Your Side
  7. Living in the Past

SIDE B

  1. Christine
  2. Sword of Glory
  3. Be My Baby
  4. Kingdom of the Worm
  5. Going Down

LP2 – Live at Lowlands Festival, 2007

SIDE C

  1. Snaggletooth
  2. Stay Clean
  3. Be My Baby
  4. Killers
  5. Metropolis
  6. Over The Top

SIDE D

  1. One Night Stand
  2. In The Name Of Tragedy
  3. I Got Mine
  4. Going To Brazil
  5. Killed By Death
  6. Aces Of Spades

CD
CD 1 – Kiss of Death (20th Anniversary Edition)

  1. Sucker
  2. One Night Stand
  3. Devil I Know
  4. Trigger
  5. Under the Gun
  6. God Was Never on Your Side
  7. Living in the Past
  8. Christine
  9. Sword of Glory
  10. Be My Baby
  11. Kingdom of the Worm
  12. Going Down
  13. R.A.M.O.N.E.S (2006 Version) CD Bonus track
  14. Whiplash CD Bonus track
  15. R.A.M.O.N.E.S (Live) CD Bonus track

CD 2 – Live at Lowlands Festival, 2007


  1. Snaggletooth
  2. Stay Clean
  3. Be My Baby
  4. Killers
  5. Metropolis
  6. Over The Top
  7. One Night Stand
  8. In The Name Of Tragedy
  9. I Got Mine
  10. Going To Brazil
  11. Killed By Death
  12. Aces Of Spades

RAKINUA Unveil New Single ‘Sacrilege’ from Upcoming Debut Album

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Dark folk/progressive entity RAKINUA unveil today their new single “Sacrilege”, offering a further glimpse into the immersive world shaped within the upcoming debut album “Esi Um Ninu – Heal Us, Mother”, due out on May 29th, 2026 via Dusktone.

Musically, the song reveals another side of RAKINUA’s multifaceted identity. Rooted initially in acoustic textures, folk-inspired arrangements and a solemn, almost meditative aura, “Sacrilege” slowly transforms into something far more dramatic and imposing. As tension builds, the composition expands into epic territory, introducing darker progressive shades, extreme metal elements and harsh vocal eruptions that intensify the song’s emotional and narrative weight.

Stream “Sacrilege” at THIS LOCATION.

Emerging from a fertile intersection of sound and storytelling, RAKINUA stand as the convergence of two distinct creative forces: one driven by an insatiable urge toward musical expression, the other endowed with a rare gift for narrative architecture. Together, they have shaped a work that aspires not merely to be heard, but to be inhabited: a threshold into another world, where time dissolves and meaning is carved in ancient symbols.

Inspired by Alpine sacrificial sites that have borne witness to nearly three millennia of ritual practice, “Esi Um Ninu – Heal Us, Mother” unfolds as a concept album of rare depth and cohesion. Its narrative follows a priestess whose desperate attempts to appease increasingly wrathful gods ultimately condemn her tribe to ruin. This tragedy is revealed through the voice of an oracle, a liminal presence bridging past, present, and future: an eternal witness to a fate that cannot be undone.

Musically, RAKINUA traverse a wide and evocative spectrum. Their sound resonates with the ritualistic pulse of Heilung and Wardruna, the dark introspection of Myrkur, and the progressive depth of Opeth, Porcupine Tree, and Anathema. Yet these references serve only as distant constellations; “Esi Um Ninu – Heal Us, Mother” charts its own path, guided by an archaic, almost primordial spirit.

The album was produced by Fabio D’Amore (Serenity, Perchta) at Synonym Of Sound, with concept and lyrics crafted by Velis and Madame Noctinebra. Their work draws upon archaeological insight, a refined aesthetic sensibility, and the evocative power of a forgotten tongue intertwined with Raetic symbols. The result is a body of songs that feels both meticulously constructed and organically unearthed.

RAKINUA’s vision extends beyond the recorded form. Their ceremonial live manifestations – ranging from the electrifying Full Electric Tribe Ritual to the intimate Acoustic Tribe Ritual – translate the album’s essence into immersive, communal experiences. Each performance becomes an act of remembrance, a rekindling of something older than language itself.

With “Esi Um Ninu – Heal Us, Mother”, RAKINUA do not simply present a debut; they open a passage. It is an invitation to step into a narrative suspended between epochs, where the echo of forgotten rites still lingers—and where the future, though foreseen, may yet be resisted.

Tracklist:

01. The Prophecy
02. Sacrilege
03. First Vision of the Oracle
04. Goddess of the Night
05. Second Vision of the Oracle
06. Warrior of Light
07. Third Vision of the Oracle
08. Shepherd of the Clouds
09. Fourth Vision of the Oracle
10. Spirits of Waters
11. Fifth Vision of the Oracle
12. Terra
13. Hear Me
14. Last Vision of the Oracle
15. The Old Paths – Sangue
16. Peaceful Night

Photography by: Sandra Strele (www.sandrastrele.com), Alexandra Wahl – Oscura Lente Fotografia (www.facebook.com/OscuraLente). Logo and graphic design by Beatrice Demori (www.beatricedemori.com)

RAKINUA is:
Velis: lead vocals, percussions
Madame Noctinebra: narrations, percussions, vocals

The Live Tribe is:
Fabio D’Amore: electric bass, fretless, vocals
Sybell – Cristina Spadotto (Uttern): acoustic & electric guitars, harsh and clean vocals
Anna Eggersberger: harps, vocals
Alessandro Pedretti (Adamantis Guitar Orchestra): acoustic & electric guitars
Gabriele Boz (Sinheresy): drums & percussions

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