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12 STONES Release New Single + Video ‘World So Cold’, Feat. Lyric Noel

Posted by tarjavirmakari on March 25, 2026
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Hard rock band 12 Stones have officially released their latest single “World So Cold,” featuring Lyric Noel, via Judge & Jury Records in partnership with SV Records. The track, produced by Howard Benson (Daughtry, My Chemical Romance, Skillet, Flyleaf), marks the band’s second release with the label.

Accompanying the release is an official music video, directed by Michael Levine of Levine Pictures, that vividly brings the song’s message to life. The visual narrative explores two contrasting sides of the main character. One side is consumed by anger and the other is weighed down by sadness and emotion. 

Featuring Lyric Noel, “World So Cold” is a reignited version of the popular 12 Stones classic. Feeling that we had all lost our sense of humanity, Paul McCoy originally wrote the song in 2006 about the inconceivable tragedies of this world and, as he reflects now, the need for a song like this never truly went away. Almost 20 years later, this song is more relevant than ever. 

The song is filled with candid lyrics, such as “What kind of world do we live in? // where love is divided by hate?” Heart-wrenching verses build up to explosive choruses, leaving behind a message that is certain to be remembered.

“’World So Cold’ is a song I wrote about my view of the world. I wrote this song almost 20 years ago about how messed up the world seemed to me. I can honestly say that I don’t feel like it’s gotten any better over the last 20 years. I remember sitting in the lounge of the music studio messing around with an acoustic guitar while the TV was on in the background. I saw a news story about another person on a shooting rampage, and in that moment, I just started singing the melody that became ‘World So Cold’. I realized that all humans can become a byproduct of their environments.  The song is about believing in hope in hopeless times,” says McCoy.

Lyric Noel adds, “I was incredibly honored that out of all the singers out there, they chose me to be part of the re-release of ‘World So Cold.’ It’s such a powerful song that already carries so much emotion and history, so getting the chance to lend my voice to it meant a lot to me. Filming the music video was an amazing experience, and the visuals really bring the story and atmosphere of the song to life in a beautiful way. Being part of this new chapter of ‘World So Cold’ alongside 12 Stones is something I’m truly grateful for.”

Founded by multi-platinum producer Howard Benson and Neil Sanderson (drummer and songwriter of Three Days Grace), Judge & Jury brings decades of success in the rock world, offering extensive promotional, production, and songwriting resources. 

STREAM “World So Cold”: https://ffm.to/worldsocold

In addition, the band has announced tour dates this spring! Dates are listed below.

Paul McCoy is best known for his featured vocals on “Bring Me to Life” by Evanescence. He won a Grammy for his performance, and the song has been streamed over one billion times.

12 Stones formed in 2000 in the small town of Mandeville, LA. The original lineup consisted of Paul McCoy (vocals), Eric Weaver (guitar), Aaron Gainer (drums), and Kevin Dorr (bass). The band has released 5 full-length albums and 2 EPs and is currently set to release new music in 2026. 12 Stones takes pride in their live shows, bringing every ounce of their energy to their performances. They have spent the last 2 decades touring with legendary bands such as Creed, 3 Doors Down, Sevendust, and many more. After 25 years of being a band, 12 Stones still has the same fire for music as they did in the beginning. Make sure to catch them on the road and stay tuned for brand-new music. 

Upcoming Tour Dates:

4/17-21 CREED CRUISE

W/ POWERMAN 5000 & MAKES MY BLOOD DANCE

4/30: Dallas, TX @ Trees
5/1: Houston, TX @ Scout Bar
5/3: Austin, TX @ Come and Take It Live
5/5: St. Louis, MO @ The Sovereign
5/7: Foxborough, MA @ Six String Grill & Stage
5/8: Millersville, PA @ Phantom Power
5/9: Frenchtown, NJ @ Arties Bar & Grill
5/10: Newark, DE @ Halftime Sports & Music
5/12: Lakewood, OH @ Mercury Music Lounge
5/13: Flint, MI @ The Machine Shop
5/16: Belvidere, IL @ Apollo Activity Center
5/20: Cadillac, MI @ The Venue Event Center
5/21: Joliet, IL @ The Forge
5/23: Dubuque, IA @ Q Sports Bar

6/6 Hanover, PA @ Rock on the Hill
9/6: Dyersville, IA @ Velocity Festival

Full Tour Dates: https://www.12stones.com/tour-dates

For More Information Please Visit: Spotify – Instagram – Facebook – TikTok – YouTube – Judge and Jury Records

INFERI Unleash Performance Video for Pummeling New Single ‘Godless Sky’

Posted by tarjavirmakari on March 25, 2026
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Photo by Sav // @_prdxvisuals

Extreme death metal masters INFERI are once again pummeling the masses with another brutalizing new track, “Godless Sky!” The face-melting new single can be found along with a ferocious performance video, which can be found at THIS LOCATION.

INFERI vocalist Stevie Boiser comments, “‘Godless Sky’ captures the descent into prophetic mania. A mind fractured by the crescendo of our seemingly inevitable race towards self annihilation. ‘In the absence of our deity we’ve penned a new end to the human odyssey.’ Its the torment of baring witness, and the dreadful revelation that you are hopeless to stop it.”

“Godless Sky” is taken from INFERI’s upcoming new full-length, ‘Heaven Wept,’ which is due on April 10, 2026 via The Artisan Era! The clip features a montage of the band’s live performances and candid behind-the-scenes footage, which were taken at various shows during INFERI‘s last few tours. ‘Heaven Wept’ can be pre-order and pre-saved HERE.

In addition, INFERI will be joining DEFEATED SANITY as direct support during the band’s upcoming North American spring tour. The run will feature additional support from New Zealand’s Organectomy on all dates while Excresence, Scasm, and Horrific Vision will appear on select stops. The full itinerary can be found below while tickets are available HERE.

INFERI will also be performing at producer Dave Otero’s inaugural Flatline Festival, which takes place June 13 – 14 at the Oriental Theater in Denver, CO. More info and passes can be found HERE.

Since the explosive success of Inferi’s critically-acclaimed and chart topping 2018 full-length, ‘Revenant,’ the death metal battalion has continued to relentlessly churn like a raging maelstrom, dominating everything in its wake with the band’s melodic and virtuosic approach to the genre. ‘Heaven Wept’ picks up where 2021’s ‘Vile Genesis’ left off, putting forth the same mind-bending compositions and other-worldly musicianship that has set the band apart from their contemporaries. Inferi has risen to become a dominant force among modern American death metal acts since their reunion in 2011. ‘Heaven Wept’ is a master class in progressive extremity and is certain to make its mark as one of the greatest death metal offerings of this decade.

The album artwork was created by Helge C. Balzer.

Tracklist:
01: The Rapture of Dead Light (04:19) [WATCH]
02: Feed Me Your Fear (05:05)
03: Master of Nothing (04:49)
04: Eternally Lie (04:25)
05: Heaven Wept (05:10) [WATCH]
06: Atonement Denied (05:30)
07: Of Rotted Wombs (04:03)
08: Godless Sky (04:23) [WATCH]
Full running time: 00:37:44

North American Tour:
(Supporting DEFEATED SANITY w/ Organectomy, Excrescence, Scasm, + Horrific Visions)

04/16 Anaheim, CA @ Parish (HOB)*
04/17 Fresno, CA @ Fulton 55*
04/18 Santa Rosa, CA @ The California*
04/19 Sacramento, CA @ Starlet*
04/21 Seattle, WA @ El Corazon*
04/22 Portland, OR @ Dante’s*
04/23 Boise, ID @ Shredder*
04/24 Salt Lake City, UT @ Ace’s High Saloon*
04/25 Denver, CO @ HQ*
04/27 Milwaukee, WI @ X-Ray Arcade*
04/28 West Chicago, IL @ Social Club+
04/29 Indianapolis, IN @ Black Circle+
04/30 Cleveland, OH @ Grog Shop+
05/01 Rochester, NY @ Montage Music Hall+
05/02 Clifton, NJ @ Dingbatz+
05/03 Baltimore, MD @ Metro+
05/04 Raleigh, NC @ Chapel of Bones+
05/05 Jacksonville, FL @ The Albatross+
05/06 Tampa, FL @ Orpheum+
05/07 Orlando, FL @ Conduit+
05/08 Pensacola, FL @ Handlebar^
05/09 Houston, TX @ Pub 529^
05/11 Dallas, TX @ Three Links^
05/12 Austin, TX @ Come and Take It Live^
05/13 Lubbock, TX @ Jakes^
05/15 Phoenix, AZ @ Nile Underground^
05/16 Las Vegas, NV @ Backstage Bar^
*Excrescence
+Scasm
^Horrific Visions

INFERI U.S. Dates 2026:
06/13: Denver, CO @ Flatline Festival

Get tickets here: https://theartisanera.com/inferi

Formed in 2006, INFERI is an American technical melodic death metal band forged from the depths of Nashville, Tennessee. After reforming in 2011, INFERI emerged onto the global stage with ‘The Path of Apotheosis’ in 2014. Followed by the acclaimed 2018 release ‘Revenant,’ which landed at #26 Hard Rock albums and #28 on the Billboard’s Heatseekers charts, solidifying them as a household name in the underground technical death metal scene. Touring across the world with bands such Rivers of Nihil, Archspire, Shadow of Intent, Cryptopsy, Signs of the Swarm, Brand of Sacrifice, Deicide and Revocation allowed INFERI to continue on their upward trajectory. Creeping their way up the charts, and into the minds of new fans with ‘The End of an Era: Rebirth’ in 2019, their ‘Of Sunless Realms’ EP in 2020, and 2021’s ‘Vile Genesis.’ Now in 2026 INFERI stands ready to unleash their most devastating album to date, ‘Heaven Wept’. 

Since the explosive success of Inferi’s critically-acclaimed and chart topping 2018 full-length, ‘Revenant,’ the death metal battalion has continued to relentlessly churn like a raging maelstrom, dominating everything in its wake with the band’s melodic and virtuosic approach to the genre. ‘Heaven Wept’ picks up where 2021’s ‘Vile Genesis’ left off, putting forth the same mind-bending compositions and other-worldly musicianship that has set the band apart from their contemporaries. Inferi has risen to become a dominant force among modern American death metal acts since their reunion in 2011. ‘Heaven Wept’ is a master class in progressive extremity and is certain to make its mark as one of the greatest death metal offerings of this decade.

Recording Lineup:
Stevie Boiser – Vocals
Malcolm Pugh – Guitar, Bass, Orchestration, & Vocals
Sanjay Kumar – Guitar & Orchestration
Spencer Moore – Drums

Live Lineup:
Stevie Boiser – Vocals
Malcolm Pugh – Guitar / Vocals
Sanjay Kumar – Guitar
Nate Bigelow – Drums

Album Credits:

  • All songs written and performed by Inferi
Bass performed by Malcolm Pugh
Orchestration and synth arrangements by Malcolm Pugh
  • Mixed and mastered by Mike Low
Drums engineered by Mike Low at Top Track Studios
Additional engineering by Erik Johnson
Guitar reamping by Phil Pluskota
  • Cover Artist: Helge C. Balzer

Links: BANDCAMP – YOUTUBE – TIKTOK – INSTAGRAM – FACEBOOK – X – APPLE MUSIC – SPOTIFY – LABEL WEBSITE – MERCH STORE (USA) – MERCH STORE (EU) – SHEET HAPPENS

NEW IDEA SOCIETY Sign to Relapse; to Release “Fire On The Hill” Album & Share Music Video for ‘Dancing Horse’

Posted by tarjavirmakari on March 25, 2026
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NEW IDEA SOCIETY announce the signing with Relapse for release of their new album “Fire On The Hill”, set to be released on May 15th on LP/CD/Streaming. Furthermore the band has shared a music video for ‘Dancing Horse’, watch it below.

Pre-orders are available here: https://www.relapse.com/pages/new-idea-society-fire-on-the-hill

New Idea Society has taken on differing shapes and forms over the years, but at its heart is the duo of Mike Law (Wild Arrows) and Stephen Brodsky (Cave In, Mutoid Man), a pair enraptured and united by the alchemical power of songwriting. With a connection that can be traced back to their high school years, between them exists an intuitive understanding that informs exactly what New Idea Society is at any given point. In 2026, New Idea Society will release their fourth full length studio album, Fire On The Hill, via Relapse.

Although the pair have come a long way since their earliest explorations in audio in the late 90s, the roots of their alliance were forged in those makeshift basement studios. For Fire On The Hill, Law and Brodsky took a more collaborative approach to songwriting than on previous releases. With Brodsky describing their process as “microscopic” and Law marveling at the particulars of the minutiae they pored over, the attention to detail and their meticulous approach to making adjustments in service of the work shines through in the cohesiveness of this collection of songs. With demos passed back and forth over months – Brodsky sending them in the early morning, and Law taking the evening shift – the songs evolved naturally; refining a chord progression, adapting a lyrical perspective, or in the case of the track Lantern, rewriting the words entirely.

Cover Painting – ‘Beacon Hill’ – acrylic on 76cm x 61cm canvas, James F Johnston. 2024

Having spent a busy year in 2023 working within multiple full band settings, Brodsky found himself leaning into the simplicity of composing music again with just one other musician. He found himself inspired by the spacious, minimalistic approach of albums like Stereolab’s Emperor Tomato Ketchup, and artists such as PJ Harvey (in a somewhat poetic twist, the artwork for Fire On The Hill was painted by James F Johnston, a member of PJ Harvey’s band). With these artists in mind, Brodsky turned to Law and the pair began to piece together fragments that harkened back to their formative, lo-fi experiments in sound. The origins of lead single, Dancing Horse, can be traced back to 2007, but under their synergetic stewardship during this fertile period of work, it was transformed.

By allowing themselves to be fully immersed in the storytelling of the album, they became more attached to the songs themselves – and more discerning about what would make the cut. Thematically the album is about love, in its many forms. With each track detailing some element of navigating emotional relationships – the beauty, the pain, the loss and the hope – the duo have captured the immediacy and urgency of such feelings, tempered by a sliver of yearning that stops short of tipping into nostalgia. A sense of place is woven throughout the album, one that transcends mere geography. However, personal circumstances did facilitate Law and Brodsky quite literally returning to the Massachusetts stamping grounds of their youth during the writing process, and their creativity flourished when they embraced the same experimentalism that originally drew them to each other. Even in the years when they were not working on projects together, their creative paths and friendship remained constant. Now with years of experience to their names, alongside a developed vocabulary and extended sonic palette to draw from, they have created something specifically and idiosyncratically New Idea Society. Fire On The Hill is them in full flight, at the height of their collective powers.

Watch the music video for ‘Dancing Horse’:

CREYE Unveil New Video Single ‘Only You’ from Upcoming Album

Posted by tarjavirmakari on March 25, 2026
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Photo by Andreas Ungré

Swedish hard rock powerhouse CREYE unveil today their new single and official video, “Only You”, taken from the upcoming new studio album, “IV Aftermath”, out on April 24, 2026, via Frontiers Music Srl. 

The band said: “Only You” was written over a decade ago by Simon and Denny, but its destiny was clear from the very beginning. Now, with the final touch from Andreas, the song found its true home – taking our sound in an exciting new direction you haven’t heard before.”

Pre-Order “IV Aftermath” HERE

Creye return with renewed energy and ambition on their brand-new album “IV Aftermath”, a record that marks a bold new chapter in the band’s evolution. With the introduction of charismatic new frontman Simon Böös and a partially refreshed line-up, Creye prove once again why they are considered one of the brightest stars in today’s melodic hard rock scene, delivering songs with a distinctly modern edge crafted arrangement.

The band stated: “IV Aftermath” pushes the legacy forward with purpose and determination – our most complete album yet, built on the same flame that started it all.”

Formed in Sweden and quickly gaining international attention for their impeccable songwriting and classic yet forward-looking melodic sound, Creye built a solid reputation with their early releases, blending arena-ready choruses, top class production and unmistakable Scandinavian flair. Over the years, the band has steadily refined their identity, earning respect from fans and critics alike within the melodic rock community.

At the core of Creye remains founding member and visionary Andreas Gullstrand, whose guitar work continues to define the band’s signature sound. On “IV Aftermath”, he is joined by Fredrik Joakimsson on rhythm guitars, Denny Karlsson on bass, and Vidar Savbrant on drums, forming a tight and powerful unit that delivers both finesse and impact. The arrival of Simon Böös on vocals adds a fresh dynamic, bringing passion, range that elevates the new material to even greater heights.

With “IV Aftermath”, Creye not only honor the legacy of classic melodic hard rock, but also reshape it for a contemporary audience through modern songwriting and refined, sophisticated arrangements. The album stands as a clear statement: Creye are not just back – they are stronger than ever, firmly established as a leading force in the modern hard rock landscape.

“IV Aftermath” Tracklist:

1.    Something Missing
2.    Bad Romance
3.    Rust
4.    Left in Silence
5.    Don’t Talk About It
6.    Through the Window
7.    Only You
8.    Glow
9.    Aligned
10.    The Last Night On Earth
11.    Clay

Line Up:
Simon Böös – Vocals
Andreas Gullstrand – Lead Guitar
Fredrik Joakimsson – Rhythm Guitar
Denny Karlsson – Bass
Vidar Savbrant – Drums

Follow CREYE:
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Decibel Books Proudly Presents “SODOM: The Official Authorized Biography”

Posted by tarjavirmakari on March 25, 2026
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Decibel Books proudly presents Sodom: The Official Authorized Biography, the fully authorized biography of the German thrash legends Sodom, finally translated into English. Pre-orders are live now with an expected ship date of late May/early June, but for an exclusive preview, fans can read the first excerpt online, which turns the clock back to 1984 and the recording of the band’s landmark In the Sign of Evil EP.

“A must-buy for Sodom fans and metal historians alike.” — Rock Hard

With ‘Sodom: The Official Authorized Biography,’ Dr. Holger Schmenk visits the deepest basement rehearsal rooms and scours the roughest pubs to unearth the unfiltered truth about Tom Angelripper and his ever-changing lineup of bandmates. From their wild early days of the ‘Witching Metal’ demo to their international breakthrough with ‘Agent Orange,‘ and right up to the present day, Schmenk tells the unvarnished story of a thrash metal legend that has gone through more guitarists than other bands have gone through amplifiers.

‘Sodom: The Official Authorized Biography’ tells the story of a miner’s son from Gelsenkirchen-Buer who rose from being a blue-collar underground laborer to an internationally acclaimed metal star, without ever forgetting his roots or compromising his integrity. Navigating four decades of metal history, ‘Sodom: The Official Authorized Biography’ features interviews with nearly every past and present member of the band, along with a supporting cast of the German thrash metal scene. Packed with over 200 rare and previously unreleased photos, this hardcover history is over 300 pages, beautifully designed, and fully translated into English.

PATRIARCHS IN BLACK Release New Single ‘Supertzar’

Posted by tarjavirmakari on March 25, 2026
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PATRIARCHS IN BLACK have released a new single ‘Supertzar’, stream it below.

Another Black Sabbath cover? Hasn’t that been done enough? How about a deep track that few groups would be bold enough to even attempt? Almost like a Rock Opera? “Supertzar” combines heavy as hell guitars and drums with Angelic female vocals from Sarah Sovak. Type O Negative’s Johnny Kelly pounding the drums, Hades Dan Lorenzo on guitar and former Pale Horse Named Death member Eric J. Morgan on keys. Bill Ward listened and told Johnny he approved!

Dan Lorenzo says about the song: “When I wrote the song “Where You Think You’re Going” off the “Home” album with DMC, Johnny Kelly and I were talking about other hard rock songs that utilized female vocals. Johnny mentioned “Supertzar”. I hadn’t listened to that track in years and when I reexamined it I fell in love with it. Sarah Sovak and Eric J. Morgan really helped us bring the songs to life.”

More info:
https://www.instagram.com/PatriarchsInBlack
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61559097640883

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