Italian Southern groove metal outlaws HELLCOWBOYS join the Octopus Rising family and announce their new album “Renew, Reborn, Return”, out December 11.
Octopus Rising, the division of Argonauta Records dedicated to the discovery and development of uncompromising new heavy acts, is proud to announce the signing of Hellcowboys, the Italian four-piece bringing a dirty, crushing and groove-driven take on Southern metal.
Formed in 2014, Hellcowboys return with a new lineup and a musical direction that is more focused and powerful than ever. Their sound sits at the crossroads of Southern groove metal, stoner metal, sludge and classic heavy metal, combining massive guitar riffs, pounding drums, thick bass lines and a raw Southern attitude. It is heavy music built around groove and impact, with enough grit and swagger to hit hard without losing its sense of melody and dynamics.
At the helm is founding member Cris “Comaante” on vocals and guitar, now joined by Warner (Rainspawn, Mamöt) on lead guitar, Steve Russian (The Core, AGAIN – AiC tribute) on drums and backing vocals, and Val (Hellbow, Fugue) on bass.
This renewed lineup marks the beginning of a new era for Hellcowboys, and the band wastes no time making its intentions clear.
Today, Hellcowboys unveil “Ghiaccio”, the first single and official video from their upcoming third album, “Renew, Reborn, Return”. The track delivers a first taste of the band’s new incarnation, driven by muscular riffs, a relentless groove and a distinctly gritty approach that places Hellcowboys firmly in the territory where Southern metal meets the darker side of stoner and sludge.
“Ghiaccio” is the first chapter of a new beginning.
“Renew, Reborn, Return” will be released on December 11, 2026, via Octopus Rising / Argonauta Records, available on CD and digital.
The new album will also be brought to the stage with a series of live dates kicking off with the official release party in Rome, followed by further shows across Italy:
HELLCOWBOYS LIVE
December 19, 2026 – Rome, Defrag – Release Party Show
January 15, 2027 – Rome, Questa è Roma, CSA Intifada
March 12, 2027 – Frosinone, Metropolis
March 13, 2027 – TBC
More live dates will be announced soon.
After more than a decade of evolution, Hellcowboys are back with a heavier sound, a renewed lineup and a clear mission: turn the volume up, lock into the groove and leave the ground shaking.
For more info:
https://www.facebook.com/hellcowboysband
https://www.instagram.com/hellcowboysband
https://www.argonautarecords.com/
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