EVERGREY Unveil Third Single And Video ‘Leaving The Emptiness’

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EVERGREY, Gothenburg’s masterminds of melancholia, release another song leading up to their upcoming fifteenth album, Architects Of A New Weave, out June 5, 2026, via Napalm Records.The encouraging new single “Leaving The Emptiness” offers a chorus that breaks through like sunlight piercing storm clouds. More than 30 years into their career, EVERGREY reshape their future masterfully, turning their inner fire into something unstoppable.
 
This is melodic, progressive, dark metal at its most massive and intimate: Dream weavers rising. Architects are stepping up to claim what comes next. The new track comes with an official music video that’s visually underlining its signature character.

Tom S. Englund about the new single “Leaving The Emptiness”:
“Our new single is a high-energy firecracker that makes you want to jump—we know, because we just played it in Brazil twice and people were more in the air than on the ground. But don’t let the adrenaline fool you. Underneath the surge is something rawer—a song about the moment you stop running from what hurts and finally turn to face it. ‘Leaving The Emptiness’ hits hard because it earns it. The tension between the euphoric, major-key drive and the weight of the lyrics is completely intentional—we want you to feel joy and ache at the same time, because that’s what it actually feels like to face your demons and come out the other side. We also made a video that matches that energy in every way, and we genuinely cannot wait for you to see it. If you’ve ever stood in a crowd and felt the music pull something out of you that you didn’t know was still there—for us, this is that song.”

EVERGREY ’s new full-length, Architects Of A New Weave, will be released just days before the band takes the stage as special guest to the undisputed kings of heavy metal, Iron Maiden, for two shows on their Run For Your Lives World Tour.
 
Tom S. Englund about Architects Of A New Weave:           
“We’ve literally never had this much trouble picking singles. And honestly? That’s the best problem we could possibly have. Every song on this record is fighting to be the one you hear first—because we poured everything into making an album we’re flat-out obsessed with. Like always there are no fillers, no compromises, just twelve tracks we’re stupidly proud of and will be for the rest of our lives. Pre-order the album now and join the weave!”

Pre-order Architects Of A New Weave HERE

Dive into Architects Of A New Weave’s standout tracks like “The World is on Fire,” “Leaving The Emptiness,” “Heaven,” “The Prophecy,” and the breathtaking title anthem “Architects Of The New Weave.” Their choruses break through like sunlight piercing storm clouds: enormous, cinematic melodies that pull you upward, riffs with genuine weight and bite, and vocals dripping with raw, unflinching truth. In the second half of the album, fellow Gothenburg icon Mikael Stanne (Dark Tranquillity, The Halo Effect, Grand Cadaver, Cemetery Skyline) joins Tom S. Englund in vocal duties for “A Burning Flame,” the voices of the two scene legends intertwined compellingly. Architects Of A New Weave was produced by Tom S. Englund and Vikram Shankar, with a stellar mix by Adam “Nolly” Getgood.
 
Among other exclusive formats, Architects Of A New Weave comes with a bonus album containing bonus tracks “Heights” and “One Heart,” as well as an album mix of the previously released standalone single “OXYGEN!” (2025). Additionally, it features a demo version of “Longing”, instrumental tracks of “Leaving The Emptiness”, both new songs, as well as a live version of “Falling From The Sun”, the hit single off the previous record, Theories of Emptiness (2024) and continuation of “Ominous” off of A Heartless Portrait (The Orphean Testament) (2022).

Architects Of A New Weave tracklist:
1    Welcome To The Pattern
2    The Shadow Self
3    Architects Of The New Weave
4    The World Is On Fire
5    Heaven
6    The Script
7    Leaving The Emptiness
8    Longing
9    A Burning Flame
10  Call Off Your Lions
11  Chains Of Shame
12  The Prophecy

EVERGREY LIVE 2026
 
Festivals
03.–06.06.26 SE – Norje / Sweden Rock Festival
04.–07.06.26 PL – Gdańsk / Mystic Festival
21.06.26 BE –  Dessel / Graspop Metal Meeting
27.06.26 RO – Chimbay / Rockstadt Extreme Fest
 
10.06.26 NL – Amsterdam / (with Iron Maiden)
12.06.26 NL – Uden / De Pul
13.06.26 NL – Zoetermeer / Boerderij
15.06.26 DE – Freiburg / Crash
16.06.26 AT – Feldkirch / Altes Hallenbad
17.06.26 DE – Mannheim / 7er Club
18.06.26 DE – Münster / Sputnikhalle
19.06.26 DE – Vechta / Gulfhaus
22.06.26 FR – Paris / (with Iron Maiden)
24.06.26 DE – Hannover / Bei Chez Heinz
 
Freedom World Crusade
As Special Guest for HammerFall
11.09.26 US – Atlanta, GA
13.09.26 US – Leesburg, VA
15.09.26 US – New York, NY
16.09.26 US – Worcester, MA
18.09.26 US – Derry, NH
19.09.26 CA – Ottawa, ON
20.09.26 CA – Montreal, QC
22.09.26 CA – Toronto, ON
23.09.26 US – Lakewood, OH
24.09.26 US – Columbus, OH
25.09.26 US – St. Charles, IL
26.09.26 US – Hobart, IN
27.09.26 US – Green Bay, WI
29.09.26 US – Denver, CO
01.10.26 US – Pomona, CA
02.10.26 US – Los Angeles, CA
03.10.26 US – San Juan Capistrano, CA
06.10.26 US – Portland, OR
07.10.26 CA – Vancouver, BC
08.10.26 US – Seattle, WA

EVERGREY are:
Tom S. Englund – vocals, guitar
Stephen Platt – guitar
Rikard Zander – keyboard
Simen Sandnes – drums
Johan Niemann – bass
 
EVERGREY online:
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DELAIN Feat. Marko Hietala Announce 2027 Tour Dates w/ Special Guest Infected Rain

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Over the last two decades, melodic-synth-metal-force DELAIN has established itself as an enduring force in modern melodic metal, known for its powerful songwriting, a distinctive musical identity, and a dynamic sound. Since the release of their debut album, Lucidity, twenty years ago, DELAIN has built a dedicated international following with albums such as April Rain, We Are the Others, The Human Contradiction, and more recent releases, including Dark Waters in 2023, which debuted at #9 on both the Official German Album Charts and the US Hard Music Albums chart, marking it the band’s most successful record to date.

Celebrating 20 years since the release of Lucidity, DELAIN is entering a new creative phase and officially kicking this off with the announcement of ten extraordinary live shows in February 2027. For this special tour, DELAIN will present a special format featuring a unique selection of high-profile guest musicians and vocalists, offering a memorable and varied live experience.
 
Among these special guests is Marko Hietala, whose long-standing connection with band mastermind Martijn Westerholt has resulted in some of DELAIN´s most iconic collaborations. His appearance on this tour marks a powerful reunion and a highlight for fans. Additional guest performers will be announced at a later stage.              
 
With this exceptional run of shows, DELAIN invites audiences to experience its music in a new and exciting way – celebrating both its legacy and its future.

DELAIN FEAT. MARKO HIETALA 2027
Special Guest: INFECTED RAIN   
Support: TBA
 
02.02.27 DE – Cologne / Live Music Hall
03.02.27 DE – Bremen / Modernes
04.02.27 DE – Berlin / Columbia Theater
05.02.27 DE – Leipzig / Hellraiser
06.02.27 DE – Karlsruhe / Substage
07.02.27 CH – Pratteln / Z7
08.02.27 DE – Munich / Backstage
09.02.27 DE – Frankfurt / Batschkapp
10.02.27 LU – Esch-sur-Alzette / Rockhal
11.02.27 NL – Tilburg / O13       

Known for blending heavy guitars with orchestral and synth-driven elements, DELAIN’s music has continually evolved while maintaining a recognisable and self-driven creative direction. Through extensive touring and international live experience, DELAIN has developed a strong connection with audiences worldwide. Throughout their history, the band has also collaborated with a wide range of guest musicians, contributing to some of its most memorable moments. DELAIN is currently working on an extraordinary new release featuring unique high-profile collaborations, set to be unveiled ahead of the upcoming tour, marking a new chapter in its ongoing story.           

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VANDEN PLAS Share Visualizer for New Single ‘Postcard To God’ from Upcoming Acoustic Album

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German progressive metal pioneers Vanden Plas share today the new single and accompanying visualizer, “Postcard To God”, taken from the acoustic album “AcCult II”, set for release on June 12, 2026, via Frontiers Music Srl.

Stephan Lill said: “Postcard To God” is probably one of the most important songs in our band’s history. It has defined our sound since the mid-2000s – much like “Rainmaker” did in the 1990s. 
A Vanden Plas concert without this song is practically impossible; it’s an absolute fan favorite. 
The fact that it’s possible to record this song as an acoustic version shows that you can rearrange and perform a song in different ways if the foundation is right.”

Pre-Order “AcCult II” HERE

“AcCult II” is the highly anticipated acoustic sequel to Vanden Plas’ 1996 landmark album “AcCult”. 

Stephan Lill explained how the album came to life: “When we released our first acoustic CD, “AcCult”, in 1996, it was special to us in many ways. For this release, we arranged songs from our debut album, “Colour Temple”, into new acoustic versions. And we did the same with songs by other artists or bands that didn’t necessarily fit our usual musical style. Ever since that release, we’d always had it in the back of our minds to produce another acoustic CD at some point. But then came tours, more regular CDs, many theatre productions we were involved in, and time flew by…”

“When Frontiers approached us with the idea of another acoustic CD, we knew that we had the time needed for it, and with the right songs, it could work. And we can now say, it worked out. We sticked with the concept of the first “AcCult” CD, and so “AcCult II” once again features acoustic versions of Vanden Plas songs, as well as two cover songs: “Nothing Else Matters” (Metallica) and “Boat on the River” (Styx)”, he continued. “We are more than happy that, exactly 30 years later, we can write the next “AcCult” chapter. And all Vanden Plas fans can look forward to a truly extraordinary release.”

Building on the innovative concept that first reimagined tracks from their debut “Colour Temple” in a stripped-down, unplugged setting, this new release revisits select songs from their extensive catalog with fresh acoustic arrangements, offering fans a completely new perspective on the band’s music.

In addition to reworked originals like “Far Off Grace”, “Holes In The Sky”, “The Ghost Xperiment”, and “You Fly”, “AcCult II” features inspired interpretations of classic songs by other artists, including Styx’s “Boat On The River” and Metallica’s “Nothing Else Matters”, blending reverence for the originals with Vanden Plas’ signature emotional depth and musical sophistication. 

Notably, John Helliwell of Supertramp makes a guest appearance on saxophone on the album’s closing track, “You Fly”, adding a unique, melodic touch to the album’s finale.

The album showcases the band’s current lineup – Andy Kuntz (vocals), Stephan Lill (guitars), Andreas Lill (drums), Thorsten Reichert (bass), and Alessandro Del Vecchio (keyboards) – whose synergy brings a nuanced warmth to each track. 

With “AcCult II”, Vanden Plas demonstrates that their progressive sensibilities translate seamlessly into intimate, acoustic settings, creating a compelling experience that resonates both with longtime fans and newcomers alike.

“AcCult II” Tracklist:

1.    Far Off Grace
2.    Holes In The Sky
3.    The Ghost Experiment
4.    Boat On The River
5.    Healing Tree
6.    Postcard To God
7.    Nothing Else Matters
8.    You Fly (Ft. John Helliwell)

Line Up:
Andy Kuntz -vocals
Stephan Lill – guitars
Andreas Lill – drums
Torsten Reichert – bass
Alessandro Del Vecchio – keyboards

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LIVA Unveil Lyric Video for ‘Samson & Dalila, Pt.1’

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Canadian symphonic power metal opera band Liva has released the lyric video for “Samson & Dalila, Pt. 1,” following the track’s official music video. The new visual places the song’s Latin lyrics centre stage, offering listeners a closer engagement with the text at the heart of the composition. The track is taken from the band’s forthcoming album Ecce Mundus, due for release on  May 29, 2026, via Wormholedeath.

“Samson & Dalila, Pt. 1” draws on a medieval Latin planctus, a song of lament,  dedicated to one of the most powerful and tragic figures in biblical history. Written entirely in Latin, the piece moves between moments of strength and collapse, tracing the arc of Samson’s story: his extraordinary feats and the devastating cost of betrayal, loss, and imprisonment. The contrast that emerges is stark,  a once-unstoppable figure reduced to his lowest point. The result is a dark, immersive composition that meditates on power, downfall, and the fragile boundary between them. The lyric video brings that text into full focus, allowing the Latin words to resonate alongside the music as a standalone element.

Known for its symphonic power metal opera approach, Liva is among the first Canadian acts to merge classical music and metal in this format.

The lineup on the new album features Nadine Guertin (soprano), Pier Carlo Liva (death and tenor vocals, guitars, electronics), Martin Tremblay (bass), and Claude Lacroix (drums). Following the recording, Philippe Leblanc joined the band as the new drummer.

Liva’s back catalog includes Requiem (2002), a heavy metal interpretation of the Latin requiem mass; De Insulis (2007), based on the Latin texts of 12th-century theologian Alain de Lille; and Human Abstract (2013). In March 2002, the band performed live with a 13-piece chamber orchestra for a Radio-Canada broadcast. The following year, they received the MIMI award for “artiste le plus avant-gardiste” (most avant-garde artist), recognizing their fusion of classical and metal. Over the years, Liva has shared the stage with acts such as Voivod, Gorguts, Nightwish, Kataklysm, and Therion.

Connect with LIVA:

www.livaband.com
www.instagram.com/livametalband
www.tiktok.com/@livametalband
www.youtube.com/@musicLiva
livametalband.bandcamp.com

CAROLINE BREITLER Releases New Single + Video ‘Sentinel’ from Upcoming Album

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Caroline Breitler has released her new single “Sentinel,” kicking off her own festival season.
Together with Alessandro Del Vecchio, Caroline and her band have made a powerful yet melodic debut.

Caroline herself “The title refers to a guardian, an invisible, higher energy—a kind of spirit animal or fateful presence that accompanies us, guides us, and sometimes even pushes us in a new direction. “Sentinel” speaks to this feeling of being guided: in good times and in difficult moments alike. It’s the idea of a force you can rely on, even when the path ahead seems unclear. 

Musically, the song unfolds with tremendous dynamism. A driving pulse runs through the track—almost like marching forward, a steady throb that echoes the heartbeat. At the same time, the soundscape repeatedly opens up into ethereal heights, lending the song a floating, almost otherworldly dimension. This blend of intensity, catchiness, and atmospheric depth makes “Sentinel” an experience that immediately sticks with you.”

The song will make its live debut on May 16, 2026, at the Melodic Rock Festival ROCK’N’LOC

Digital: save-it.cc/epr/sentinel

Biography:
Caroline Breitler & Band – Between Fire and Emotion
With a voice that gets under your skin and a captivating stage presence, Caroline Breitler stands for powerful rock with soul. Together with her top-class band, she brings an explosive mix of melodic metal, rock and emotion to the stage. On guitar, a virtuoso shines with a flair for powerful riffs and epic solos that get under your skin. The keys add orchestral depth and a cinematic atmosphere – sometimes ethereal, sometimes dramatic. The drummer is the rhythmic backbone of the band. With razor-sharp precision, unbridled energy and a flair for dynamics, he gives the sound that certain something – like a galloping herd of horses that sweeps the audience along and makes the pulse of the music palpable.
Whether on record or live, Caroline and her band tell stories of courage, pain and hope. Their music is a call to stay true to yourself – loud, honest and rousing.

Line-up:
Caroline Breitler, Vocals
Alain Schneble, Guitars
Andreas Caplazi, Keyboards
Matteo Valentino, Drums

More Info: 
www.carolinebreitler.com
www.facebook.com/caroline.breitler/
www.instagram.com/caroline_breitler/
www.youtube.com/channel/UCrLO-c5k6eu2S22LNVTL4Eg
open.spotify.com/intl-de/artist/39yV8NwiQ1RKu6BJlsN2ry
www.tiktok.com/@caroline_breitler

FIVE FINGER DEATH PUNCH Announce 2027 UK & Europe Arena Tour

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Multi-platinum hard rock powerhouse Five Finger Death Punch today announced the UK and European leg of their 20th Anniversary World Tour to take place in early 2027. Featuring special guest Lamb of God, the tour brings together two of hard rock and metal’s most dominant forces. The lineup will be rounded out by Bleed from Within from Scotland, for one of the strongest heavy tour packages of the year.

The 20th Anniversary World Tour is both a celebration and a statement, honoring Five Finger Death Punch’s journey from their 2005 formation and release of debut album, The Way Of The Fist in 2007 to global arena headliners worldwide.

The tour will kick off in the UK in Manchester on Saturday 16th January 2027 and will see the band perform in 21 cities across the UK and Europe, ending in Helsinki on 22nd February 2027. Five Finger Death Punch’s tenth studio album is expected to drop later this year, with the first new single anticipated to be released this month. The 20th Anniversary World Tour will showcase material from the new album, alongside classic anthems and #1 hits that defined the past two decades. 5FDP founding guitarist Zoltan Bathory states: “We built this band like a battleship, twenty years of everything life could throw at us, and we’re not just still here, we’re still growing. New fans discovering us every day, the fanbase bigger now than it’s ever been. This World Tour is the celebration that milestone deserves. First leg is America in 2026, then Europe in 2027, and we’re not stopping there! South America, Australia, Asia are all in the talks. This is going to be a big two or three years for Five Finger Death Punch, and we’re just getting started.”

The band’s most current albums, Best Of – Volume 1 and Best Of – Volume 2, feature newly re-recorded versions of Five Finger Death Punch’s biggest hits, including #1 single “I Refuse” feat. Maria Brink (Vol. 1) and #1 single “The End” feat. BABYMETAL (Vol. 2). “The End” reached #1 on the Japanese iTunes Metal Chart, marking a major milestone for an international rock release. In the U.S., the song made history as the first track featuring Japanese lyrics to chart at Rock Radio, ultimately reaching #1. Both albums were created in response to the sale of the band’s original masters, a decision made without their knowledge or opportunity to reclaim them. Stream or buy Best Of – Volume 1/2 HERE.

For over two decades, special guest Lamb of God have remained one of the most influential and respected bands in heavy music, known for their precision, intensity, and uncompromising sound. With multiple Grammy nominations and a fiercely loyal global fanbase, they continue to set the standard for modern metal. Lamb of God’s new album Into Oblivion is out now.

Rising from the UK metal scene, Bleed from Within have built a reputation as one of the genre’s most exciting live acts, combining crushing heaviness with arena-ready hooks. Their relentless touring and critically acclaimed releases have positioned them as a breakout force in the genre.

TICKETS: Tickets for the 2027 UK and Europe tour dates will be available starting with the 5FDP Artist and O2 (UK only) & Venue Partner Presales beginning Wednesday, May 6 at 10am local time. Additional presales will run throughout the week, including Promoter, Venue, Local Partner Presales on Thursday, May 7 at 10am local time, with a Spotify Presale following at 12pm local time. General onsale begins Friday, May 8 at 10am local time.

For France the rollout will follow a slightly extended schedule, beginning with the 5FDP Artist Presale on Wednesday, May 6 at 10am local time. The Spotify Presale will take place Thursday, May 7 at 12pm local time,. Additional Local Partner and Promoter Presales will run Monday, May 11 and Tuesday, May 12 at 10am local time, ahead of the general onsale on Wednesday, May 13 at 10am local time.

For more information on Five Finger Death Punch, all 2026 North America & 2027 European tour dates, and VIP offerings visit fivefingerdeathpunch.com.

20TH ANNIVERSARY WORLD TOUR

UK & EUROPE TOUR DATES
Sat 16th January 2027 Manchester, UK – AO Arena
Sun 17th January 2027 Glasgow, UK – OVO Hydro Arena
Tue 19th January 2027 Dublin, IE – 3Arena
Fri 22nd January 2027 Birmingham, UK – BP Pulse Arena
Sat 23rd January 2027 London, UK – O2 Arena
Tue 26th January 2027 Düsseldorf, DE – PSD Arena
Wed 27th January 2027 Hamburg, DE – Barclays Arena
Fri 29th January 2027 Lodz, PL – Atlas Arena
Sun 31st January 2027 Prague, CZ – O2 Arena ^ Tue 2nd February 2027 Munich, DE – Olympiahalle Thu 4th February 2027 Stuttgart, DE – Hanns-Martin-Schleyer-Halle Sun 7th February 2027 Amsterdam, NL – AFAS Arena Mon 8th February 2027 Brussels, BE – Vorst National Wed 10th February 2027 Paris, FR – Accor Arena Fri 12th February 2027 Zurich, CH – Hallenstadion Sun 14th February 2027 Vienna, AT – Stadthalle Tue 16th February 2027 Berlin, DE – Uber Arena Wed 17th February 2027 Copenhagen, DK – Royal Arena
Fri 19th February 2027 Oslo, NO – Unity Arena
Sat 20th February 2027 Stockholm, SE – Avicii Arena
Mon 22nd February 2027 Helsinki, FI – Veikkaus Arena

*without Lamb of God / ^with Dymytry