Atmospheric doom masters Pantheist have revealed the full details of their highly anticipated new album, ‘Uncanny Times’, set for release on October 30, 2026 via Argonauta Records. The album will be available as a deluxe double vinyl, CD and digital release, marking the band’s next major statement in their ongoing exploration of darkness, transcendence and the human condition.
Alongside the album announcement, Pantheist have unveiled the first track from ‘Uncanny Times’, “The Final Journey”, accompanied by an evocative new lyric video:
According to Pantheist:
“The Final Journey is the track which set the tone of the whole album in motion. I wrote the music 15 years ago and then shelved it straight away in the hope I would find a vocalist who is worthy of singing it at some point in the future. My prayers were heard with Linda joining the band about a decade and a half later (you need to be very patient when you play doom metal). Once the lyric was written after a deep philosophical conversation with my friend Ricardo in Panama, the first and most decisive step towards ‘Uncanny Times’ was made with this huge, epic album opener.”
Built around a composition that had been waiting for its moment for fifteen years, “The Final Journey” became the catalyst for the album that followed. Epic, solemn and deeply atmospheric, the track opens ‘Uncanny Times’ with a sense of scale that perfectly introduces the journey through the record’s six compositions.
‘Uncanny Times’ tracklist:
The Final Journey
Laughing Falcon
Kuebiko
Entropy
Ithaca Out of Sight
Requiem for Your World
With ‘Uncanny Times’, Pantheist continue to push the boundaries of atmospheric and funeral doom, embracing a vast, immersive sound where monumental heaviness meets reflection, melancholy and existential themes.
‘Uncanny Times’ will be released on October 30, 2026 via Argonauta Records on deluxe double vinyl, CD and digital formats.
Wormholedeath is proud to welcome Serbian extreme metal force ALA to its international roster.
The band’s debut album, “The Dragon’s Return”, will be released worldwide on October 23, 2026, marking the arrival of a fearless new act that fuses Black, Thrash, Speed, and Heavy Metal with Dark Ambient and Psychedelic Rock into a dark and uncompromising sonic experience.
To celebrate the signing, ALAhave unveiled the album’s title track, “The Dragon’s Return”, alongside its official lyric video, offering the first glimpse into the band’s intense musical vision.
Founded by Damir Mirojević (Omadan IX / “O.”) during his time with Serbian black metal band KOLAC, ALA was created to bring together the diverse influences that have shaped his musical journey—from the hypnotic atmosphere of 1970s krautrock and psychedelic rock to the raw aggression of black metal. The result is a sound that is both ferocious and immersive, rooted in darkness while refusing stylistic boundaries.
Written throughout 2025, “The Dragon’s Return” introduces ALA with a record that embraces the spirit of classic extreme metal while forging its own identity. Drawing inspiration from legendary acts including Slayer, Motörhead, Mercyful Fate, Sarcófago, Dissection, Nifelheim, Destroyer 666, and Watain, the album combines razor-sharp riffs, relentless speed, memorable hooks, psychedelic guitar textures, and haunting ambient passages into an uncompromising listening experience.
Lyrically, the album explores rebellion, instinct, and transcendence, celebrating those who reject imposed limits in pursuit of their own path. Every song reflects ALA’s commitment to artistic freedom, honesty, and uncompromising expression.
The current lineup features O. (vocals, guitar), M. (guitar), G. (bass), and R. (drums), musicians whose backgrounds include KOLAC, Terrorhammer, Pustoš, Atomski Rat, Chaoist, Egzekutor, and Armburst.
Named after the Serbian word for a mythical serpent-like dragon of immense destructive power, ALA stands ready to carve its place in the international metal underground with a debut that is both savage and atmospheric. Devoratrix Mundi Omega Draconis.
Commenting on the signing, the band said:
“It is with infernal delight that our band ALA is proud to announce that we’ll be signing a record deal with the mighty WormHoleDeath from Italy this year. We’re proud to join the ranks of many great metal bands that are under this label, and we appreciate that WormHoleDeath recognizes us and our material as being competent and worth being represented by them. We look forward to this infernal pact whose fruits will show themselves soon.”
The Wave Is On The Right Side is the first single from the new THE FORESHADOWING album Ozymandias, which is set to be released on November 20th via Lifeforce Records.
The band about the new single:
“The Wave Is on the Right Side” is a provocative track that confronts the growing wave of right-wing nationalist governments pursuing militaristic policies, while also condemning an ineffective and complacent left-wing that has failed to act to prevent the world from becoming an increasingly darker and more hostile place.
Since their formation in 2005, THE FORESHADOWING have stood among the most distinctive voices within the realm of Gothic Metal, Doom Metal, and Dark Metal. The band from Rome quickly made a name for themselves with songs that combine atmospheric depth, melodic elegance, and emotional expression. Their characteristic clean vocals, the cinematic scope of their arrangements, and their refined sense for mood have established THE FORESHADOWING as a constant presence in the international dark‑music scene.
With their new album “Ozymandias”, their second release on LIFEFORCE RECORDS following “New Wave Order” (2024), the Italian ensemble opens an especially impressive new chapter. The nine songs present the band in a state that feels equally matured, focused, and inspired. The melancholic undertone of their music remains, yet THE FORESHADOWING deliberately embrace an empowering, hopeful form of storytelling — one that views inner reflection not as a burden, but as a source of strength.
The metallic weight of their compositions is complemented by warm keyboard and synthesizer layers, atmospheric instrumental passages, and a natural, almost effortless grace. Especially in the stripped‑down moments, the full emotional impact of the vocals unfolds — moments that create goosebumps and linger long after the final note.“Ozymandias”demonstrates how intense and uplifting music at the intersection of Gothic, Doom, and Dark Metal can be.
With this album, THE FORESHADOWING impressively underline their ability to fuse mood, atmosphere, and narrative depth into a captivating whole. “Ozymandias” is an album full of emotion, expressiveness, and artistic maturity. And it is hauntingly beautiful.
Album Mixed and Mastered by Dan Swanö Artwork by Bunker artworks (Katatonia, Paradise Lost, My Dying Bride, etc.)
01. The Wave Is On The Right Side 02. Ozymandias 03. Nemo Propheta 04. Hollowing 05. The Red Hour 06. Lupercalia 07. The Day You Never See 08. Waiting For Tomorrow 09. Even If Some Day
Finnish one-man melodic death/black/folk metal band Wooden Shadow is set to release the second album ‘Silverlake’ on November 19th 2026 via Inverse Records. The first single Upward is unleashed today and it continues Wooden Shadow’s journey through melodic and atmospheric metal, blending emotive melodies with heavy riffs.
–Composed & lyrics by Jeremia Ponto –Single cover by Jeremia Ponto
The man behind Wooden Shadow, Jeremia Ponto comments: “Right from the writing stage, I knew this was the track I wanted to showcase from the upcoming album. I’m really excited to hear what people think. I’m happy and pleased that the journey continues.”
The track features a guest lead guitarist known by the stage name “Edge.” The solo section adds an interesting flavor, bridging the gap between blues/rock ‘n’ roll and shredding. Overall, “Upward” is a fine combination of Wooden Shadow’s older and newer material.
Wooden Shadow is a one-man solo project from Ylöjärvi playing melodic metal, which combine genres in places, especially in the case of new material between folk metal and melodic death metal. From 2020 still running Wooden Shadow and Jeremia Ponto, who leads the solo project, plays the instrumentation and sings in his own music. The lyrical theme is about nature, the darkness of the human mind and life/death – thoughts.
Silverlake Track list:
The Dawn
Varjopuun Polkka
Red Oak
Blackened Roses Fall (feat. Jaana Juntunen)
Upward
Overture Of The Cruelty / Murhe (Acoustic Medley)
Shadowdance
The Ancient Forest
Breath Of Backwinter
Muistojen Valssi
–Composed & lyrics by Jeremia Ponto –Album cover by Hannes Vuohijoki
Finnish metal band Garden of Stone are set to release their second album ‘For the World of the Obsolete’ on December 11th 2026 via Inverse Records.
The second single ‘Obsession’ is a testament to the creativity and songwriting ability of the band. Treat your ears to groovy, face-melting riffs, heartfelt singing, soaring guitar solos and a generous dash of black and prog metal elements. What’s not to like?
–Composed by Jere Mäntysalo, Jesse Salo, Kalle Hänninen, Tapio Haverinen, Ville Penkari –Lyrics by Jesse Salo –Mixed & mastered by Joona Muistola, HAW Studios –Artwork by Ville Penkari –ISRC: FI3FC2694706
Garden of Stone is a melodic metal band that weaves together heavy/death metal with melancholic rock. From the band you can expect brooding atmospheres, beautiful melodies, and face melting riffs.
The band was formed in 2023 when guitarists Jere Mäntysalo and Ville Penkari recruited Jesse Salo to sing and scream for their project. Soon after, drummer Tapio Haverinen joined to keep the rhythm department in check. The group was completed when bassist Kalle Hänninen joined to govern the lowest frequencies.
Garden of Stone published their debut EP, Tides of Decay, in February of 2024, and their debut album The Grave Mistake a year later. The band is showing no signs of slowing down, as the release of their most brutal single is just around the corner.
Track list: 01. The first track on the album that acts as a prelude to the subsequent songs 02. Silence Falters 03. Create, Doctrinate, Incinerate 04. Nightcrawler 05. Red Giraffe 06. Obsession 07. Jää 08. Road Without A Path 09. Butterfly of Wasted Prayers 10. Satumaa-tango
–Mixed & mastered by Joona Muistola, HAW Studios –Artwork by Matias Stenman
Line-up: Jere Mäntysalo – Guitar Jesse Salo – Vocals Kalle Hänninen – Bass Ville Penkari – Guitar Tapio Haverinen – Drums
“What makes FOGHAT special is they’ve never forgotten who they are. They are a blues-based rock and roll band first and foremost, and that authenticity still pours out of every note they play…The crowd response throughout the night was incredible. Smiles everywhere. People singing. Dancing. High fives. It felt like concerts used to feel back in the golden era of rock and roll. No overproduction. Just great songs played by musicians who know exactly what they’re doing.” —TheRockPit.net (May 2026)
More than 55 years after forming in the U.K., FOGHAT–Roger Earl (founding drummer), Bryan Bassett (lead/slide guitar), Scott Holt (lead vocals/guitar), and Rodney O’Quinn (bass/vocals)–remains one of rock & roll’s hardest working and most respected live bands. Throughout their 2025 “Slow Ride 50th Anniversary Tour” and in-progress 2026 “Twang & Bang Tour,” FOGHAT has kept the wheels turning with performances across the U.S., Canada, Mexico and Europe, as well as their grand return to the U.K. after 52 years, bringing all audiences the unmistakable blend of blues, boogie, and straight-ahead rock that has become the band’s trademark thanks to their classic hits “Fool for the City,” “Slow Ride,” and “I Just Wanna Make Love To You,” among many others.
As they look ahead to 2027, FOGHAT is bringing their live show from the stage to speakers with their new triple vinyl release, LIVE & LOUD ACROSS THE U.S.A., which is due out October 30 on the band’s label, Foghat Records, distributed by Select-O-Hits (part of the Sun Records family). It’s now available for pre-order HERE and will be sold as two gold vinyl discs, along with a bonus third red vinyl disc that will include a reissue of the fan favorite Earl & the Agitators (aka FOGHAT) record, SHAKEN & STIRRED(produced/mixed/mastered by guitarist Bryan Bassett), which has never been available on vinyl until now.
The first single, “My Babe,” was released today on all digital outlets HERE.
The digital album can now be pre-ordered on Bandcamp HERE.
A limited quantity of numbered and autographed copies of LIVE & LOUD ACROSS THE U.S.A. can be pre-ordered now on TalkShop.Live. Last night, Roger Earl, Scott Holt, and Jason Peverett (Lonesome Dave’s son), and a few selected fans appeared on the site’s Rock & Roll Channel with their good friend and host Steve Harkins for an in-depth discussion about this new release and the band’s legendary career.
LIVE & LOUD ACROSS THE U.S.A. captures the first live album by the current FOGHAT lineup Where they have always been at their absolute best, on stage. Recorded during performances in cities across America throughout the 2024 and 2025 tours, this powerful collection highlights a band that continues to play with the passion, chemistry, and fire that has defined them since 1971. Featuring many live recordings being released for the first time, it’s a testament to a group that refuses to slow down. Instead, FOGHAT remains exactly what it has always been: a great live rock & roll band.
In 2014, Roger and Bryan met Scott Holt, who had toured and recorded with Buddy Guy for over a decade. They immediately hit it off and invited Scott to write some material and perform on their upcoming release, 2016’s UNDER THE INFLUENCE. They ended up writing 17 songs! The following year brought an unexpected opportunity. Tom Mix–winner of FOGHAT’s lyric-writing contest while serving as a pilot in Afghanistan–had returned home and was attending the Dark Horse Institute in Franklin, TN. As part of the student’s graduation project, he invited the band to record at the school’s professional studio. The students would mix the recordings, and the band would keep the masters.
Over the next several days, even more songs were written and recorded. One evening, while enjoying a bottle of Foghat Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon, guitarist Bryan Bassett jokingly suggested the name, Earl & the Agitators, and it stuck. The band began playing shows, often opening for FOGHAT itself. In 2018, the music was released online as SHAKEN & STIRRED and has been a fan favorite ever since.
FOGHAT is still making chart-topping music and touring relentlessly over 50 years later. Their lateststudio album, SONIC MOJO, was released November 10, 2023, and remained on the Billboard Top 10 “Blues Albums” chart for 34 weeks, including two weeks at #1. It is the first time the band has ever landed at #1 on any of Billboard’s charts after a new album release. Even “Slow Ride” had never reached #1. SONIC MOJO is available in various formats, including a single CD boasting 12 electrifying tracks in a stunning six-page digipak and digital copies. For vinyl enthusiasts, there’s a limited edition 180gram, neon purple vinyl version featuring 11 tracks and a gatefold jacket.
Included in the LIVE & LOUD ACROSS THE U.S.A. packaging is a special message from Roger Earl:
“People often ask me if we’re ever going to slow down. The answer is… not yet!
The performances on this album were recorded in cities across the United States during the past two years. We didn’t set out to make a live record–we simply wanted to capture Foghat doing what we’ve always loved to do: playing live. Most of these songs have never been released as official live recordings before, and I think they show where the band is today.
For the second disc, we wanted to include something that many people may not realize is also part of the Foghat story. Earl and The Agitators isn’t another band – it’s us.
Whether you know us as Foghat or Earl & The Agitators, it’s always been about playing music we believe in and sharing it with people who love it as much as we do. Thank you for coming along with us on this incredible journey. We couldn’t have done it without your support, and we hope these recordings bring you as much enjoyment as we’ve had making them.
See you down the road…”
Here is the complete track list:
Disc 1 and 2 (LIVE & LOUD ACROSS THE U.S.A., including the cities where the songs were recorded):
Side A:
My Babe (Ferndale, WA)
Drivin’ On (Miami, OK)
Road Fever (Atlantic City, NJ)
She’s a Little Bit of Everything (Atlantic City, NJ)
Side B:
Let Me Love You Baby (Atlantic City, NJ)
Black Days & Blue Nights (Indianapolis, IN)
Home in My Hand (Great Falls, MT)
Slipped, Tripped, Fell in Love (Miami, OK)
Side C:
It Hurts Me Too (Tracy, CA)
Hold to Hide In (Great Falls, MT)
Somebody’s Been Sleeping in My Bed (Bethlehem, PA)
Third Time Lucky (Great Falls, MT)
Side D:
Sweet Home Chicago (Atlantic City, NJ)
I Just Want to Make Love to You (Miami, OK)
Disc 3 (SHAKEN & STIRRED — Earl & The Agitators):
Side E:
Guess Things Happen That Wat
Where’s the Rock n’ Roll
Linda Lu
Upside of Lonely
Honey Do List
Side F:
Wild Horses (Live)
Love Isn’t Kind
Hi-Heel Sneakers
Shaky Ground (Live)
LIVE & LOUD ACROSS THE U.S.A.
Roger Earl – Drums Scott Holt – Lead Vocals/Guitar Bryan Bassett – Slide/Lead Guitar Rodney O’Quinn – Bass and Lead/Background Vocals Eddie LeFebvre – Percussion/Background Vocals
SHAKEN & STIRRED — Earl & The Agitators (aka Foghat):
Roger Earl – Drums Scott Holt – Lead Vocals/Guitar Bryan Bassett – Slide/Lead Guitar Rodney O’Quinn – Bass and Lead/Background Vocals Craig McGregor – Bass Mark Petrocelli – Percussion (live tracks) Tony Bullard – Guitar (live tracks)
Check out the band’s itinerary below and on their official website:
DATE – CITY – VENUE Fri 10/2 – Murphys, CA – Ironstone Amphitheatre Sat 10/3 – Madera, CA – ApCal Rock N’ Ranch Sat 10/10 – Dodge City, KS – United Wireless Arena Thu 10/15 – Huntington, NY – The Paramount Fri 10/16 – New Haven, CT – Toad’s Place Thu 10/22 – Mesa, AZ – Mesa Amphitheatre Fri 10/30 – Hopewell, VA – The Beacon Theatre Sat 11/14 – St Charles, – Theatre Fri 11/20 – St Louis, MO – The Pageant Sat 4/03/27 – Portsmouth, OH – Vern Riffe Performing Arts Center
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