Adelaide’s rising metal/punk act, Lonely Empire, are set to make waves with the release of their debut single, ‘Like a Misfit,’ on October 4 via Golden Robot Records, now available across all streaming platforms. ‘Like a Misfit’ is a raw, powerful blend of nu-metal and metalcore, inspired by the struggles of feeling like an outsider. With heavy riffs, relentless energy, and emotionally charged vocals, the song resonates with those who’ve ever felt like they don’t belong.
Lead singer, Lucas Magourilos, shares: “The track is based on my own experiences growing up – feeling misunderstood and like an outcast throughout my school years. It’s about realizing how, in life, you’re often pressured to follow the collective or face being ridiculed.”
The debut single showcases Lonely Empire’s unapologetic sound and their ability to fuse aggressive instrumentals with deeply personal, relatable themes. Fans of bands like Slipknot, Linkin Park, and Bring Me the Horizon will feel right at home in this adrenaline-fueled anthem.
‘Like a Misfit‘ marks the first taste of what’s to come from Lonely Empire as they carve out their place in the heavy music scene. With their intense live performances and a message that speaks directly to the outcasts, the band is poised to make a big impact. More exciting news from Lonely Empire is on the horizon as they gear up for their upcoming releases.
Hitting a slightly more mellow note than their usual fare, Seething Akira offer up the rather fabulous ‘Sunflower Shadows‘ as their latest single. The band state: “Sunflower Shadows, Seething Akira’s 3rd offering from their upcoming album “Cancel Estate” coming 25th October! This single shows a much more positive perspective from the sextet, whilst still displaying that signature level of aggression.”
Following on from the release of their critically acclaimed ‘Nozomi’, Seething Akira are gearing up for their new album ‘Cancel Estate, to be released on 25th October. Seething Akira are a band built on the foundations of connection, sharing something special with a stranger and forming a bond that lasts a lifetime. Taking the most gloriously crushing parts of metalcore and joyfully triumphant elements of EDM and smashing them together with lashings of British grit, determination and cheek, they craft a uniquely vibrant experience. Delivering as many breakdowns that could cut diamonds as techno breaks that wouldn’t sound out of place in the clubs of Berlin, they strive to unite two worlds with more in common than many think.
Inspired by the swell of the pit as much as the heat of the dancefloor, movement is encouraged, but so is critical thought. Though the band’s music straddles the shoulders of the community proudly, it is when they are on stage together that it truly comes to life. They’ve shared their hopeful philosophy with everyone from Don Broco and Ingested to Skindred, Killswitch Engage and Sleep Token, as well as decimating stages at Download, Bloodstock and Victorious. And each performance they been a part of has been viewed as a blessing, a chance to change someone’s perspective with the euphoria they have forged. There is no barrier between the band and the crowd, they are one in these moments.
10/10 – Emerging Rock Bands: “Nozomi – New metal masterpiece!” Devolution Magazine – “In Nozomi they’ve created something very special. What these six guys from Portsmouth have just produced is a contender for album of the year.”
Bloodstock Main Stage 2023: MetalTalk – “With their adrenaline-fuelled approach, they tore the Bloodstock arena apart, and the masses responded in kind with pits and circles aplenty.”
Dark Arts Conspiracy: “They are a band that need to be seen to be believed, especially in the live environment, where they truly thrive, being in their element. It’s no surprise that they have already supported the likes of Skindred, Hacktivist and Don Broco.”
Seething Akira: When did waking up with air in our lungs and blood in our veins stop being all we needed to know that life is wonderful? At the end of everything, you won’t be thinking of the things you bought or the number of followers you had. You’ll be looking at the places you saw, the things you felt and the people you were with. That’s what this should all be about. It’s all this has ever been about. We just need a bit of reminding every now and then.
Seething Akira have made it their mission to be that reminder. That’s because they are a band built on the foundations of connection. Of sharing something special with a stranger and forming a bond that lasts a lifetime. It’s a sentiment that made them fall in love with heavy music in the first place, and since their inception in 2017, they have been striving to leave their mark on the genre in the same way their heroes have.
The future is more uncertain than it has ever been, but what we can control is the things that we stand for. As beautifully human as they are, they are wonderfully otherworldly; Seething Akira know who they are and what they believe now more than ever. Of what it means to make the most of our time and endeavour to make every moment one to remember. They want to be a flag in the ground for everybody else who feels the same. So, are you coming along for the ride?
Upcoming shows: 19th Oct, Moshville Rocktoberfest, Glasgow 1st Nov, The Night Before Rabidfest, Jericho Tavern, Oxford 3rd Nov, Takedown Festival Showcase, Guildhall, Portsmouth 8th Nov, The Lounge Bar, Alton 4th April 2025, Takedown Festival, Portsmouth
SKAM have released their video for huge new single ‘Rising Fever’, taken from the new album ‘From The Depths’ set for release on 29th November.
Neal states:
“This song is about our journey in the Music Industry, and tells the story behind the new album. We decided not to compromise on our sound and what we are about as a band, and write songs that we truly believe in and love. The lyrics are about all of the so called ‘industry experts’ we have come across over the years who have told us to write songs a certain way, or look a certain way. We aren’t built that way, and never will be, so this is for them!”
Formed in 2011, SKAM are a hard rock power trio band from the middle of England. They have a reputation for delivering no nonsense, gutsy, classic sounding contemporary British rock music. To date, the band have independently released 3 albums. ‘It’s Come to This’ (2011) and ‘Peacemaker’ (2014) were released to critical acclaim and the band established themselves as a live force to be reckoned with.
A drive to innovate inspired SKAM to release ‘The Amazing Memoirs of Geoffrey Goddard’ (2017), a concept record based on the diary entries of a time travelling RAF pilot. The songs were described as ‘gritty anthemic rockers’ by Classic Rock Magazine and the album received a number of 5 star reviews from the UK Music press. Lead single ‘Take it Or Leave it’ was voted as ‘track of the week’ by Classic Rock Magazine and has since been included on Earache Records ‘New Wave of Rock N Roll’ compilation vinyl. In 2021, broke into the Official UK Rock Charts with their ‘Intra’ EP hitting number 6. Part 2 ‘Venous’ went one better making it to number 5.
On 4th October, the band returned with new single ‘Rising Fever‘, taken from upcoming release ‘From The Depths’, their most eclectic and ambitious album yet. On this album they have pushed themselves into unknown waters, experimenting with everything from Metal to prog, to Acoustic balladry. The album is due for release on 29th November.
UK Tour dates: 12th Oct, KKs Steel Mill, Wolverhampton supporting These Wicked Rivers
1st Nov – Corporation, Sheffield 2nd Nov – Bannermans, Edinburgh 3rd Nov – Trillians, Newcastle 8th Nov – The Giffard Arms, Wolverhampton 14th Nov – The Six Six Bar, Cambridge 16th Nov – Bear Cave, Bournemouth 17th Nov – The Black Heart, Camden, London 23rd Nov – Rebellion, Manchester 29th Nov – The Musician, Leicester 30th Nov – The Patriot, Newport 1st Dec – Planet Rockstock, Porthcawl
Steve Hill (guitar/vocals) Matt Gilmore (bass/backing vocals) Neal Hill (drums/backing vocals)
NEVER OBEY AGAIN have released “Trust”, third single taken from the eponymous new album to be released on October 18th by Scarlet Records.
“Trust” is a soul relieving track. Strong and emotional lyrics alongside with a powerful chorus make this track easy to be remembered and played loud whenever is needed to let it all out. Adulthood brings consciousness and awareness of who we are and what we are capable of. On the other hand, dealing with our limits and accepting them it’s a struggle for many of us. Many rely on faith, others on trust in themselves and live life at its fullest.
sophomore record for the up’n’coming Italian modern metal band with a strong digital fanbase;
powerful, catchy and poignant songs based on ‘authenticity’ as main artistic asset;
outstanding vocal performance by charismatic frontwoman Carol;
Never Obey Again is an exciting live band that successfully toured Holland and Belgium this spring and will be touring Holland, Belgium, Germany and Austria next year;
first edition will be released in a 4-panel digipack;
for fans of Evanescence, Halestorm, Linkin Park, Spiritbox, I Prevail, In This Moment;
“Trust” will be released in the following formats: digipack CD, digital
Artwork by Never Obey Again
Never Obey Again is a female fronted alternative unit that blends heavy sounds and modern electronic elements to create captivating, emotional sound scenarios. They did it effortlessly on the 2023 debut album “The End Of An Era”; they did it better and with an even stronger personal touch on their brand new record, where extraordinary singer Carol shines throughout the entire work.
On one hand, “Trust” has been conceived as ‘music for everyone’ regardless of gender or age as its lyrics and vocals could resonate with anyone; words and melodies that allow the listener to feel like home, protected and safe in sharing feelings.
On the other hand, it represents the band’s decision to go heavier and dress those lyrics with their own sound avoiding any compromise; it sounds deeper, rough and straight to the point. It sounds like Never Obey Again and nothing else.
“Trust” tracklist: 01 Animal By Choice 02 G.O.D. (Given Or Denied) 03 Never Feel, Never Fear 04 Give Me A Fuckin’ Break 05 Under My Skin, Before Your Eyes 06 Lost… 07 Control 08 I Wish 09 Conquer And Divide 10 Waterfall 11 Trust
Never Obey Again: Carolina Bertelegni – vocals Alessandro Tuvo – guitar Alex Pedrotti – guitar Cristiano Trappoli – bass Marco Binda – drums
After three preceding singles and music videos, Danish melodic death metal titans LIVLØS release their epic third full length, the concept album ‘The Crescent King’ today alongside a video for the title track. With the new record, LIVLØS continues to deliver its punishing style of heavy grooves, melancholic melodies and progressive musicianship, while unfolding a cosmological fantasy-inspired narrative of ‘The Crescent King’ – a vivid symbol of humanity, its psyche and cyclus in the universe.
The band states on the album: “Our commitment to improvement extends beyond songwriting. With technical prowess, world-building, and storytelling, ‘The Crescent King’ embodies years of hard work. It tells the dystopian tale of humanity’s downfall in a distant aeon. Prepare for an unforgettable experience!”
Listen to LIVLØS’ new album ‘The Crescent King’ HERE
‘The Crescent King’ is produced by Jacob Bredahl (Lifesick, Eyes), mastered by Brad Boatright (Obituary, Suicide Silence, Gatecreeper, Nails) and carries artwork by Eliran Kantor (Testament, Bloodbath, Kreator, Hate Eternal). The album is released on vinyl, CD and digital formats, and the vinyl is available in three editions – 300 black copies, 100 transparent petrol copies and 100 marble yellow copies. Physical formats are available HEREand digital formats can be reached HERE.
Furthermore, LIVLØS has just announced a national tour that includes festival appearances in the fall alongside 2025 headliner shows in some of the biggest cities of Denmark. Support on the headliner dates comes from exciting newcomersThus and 802.Tickets are availableHERE.
Since the band’s inception in 2014, LIVLØS has proven themselves to be an ingenious force on the international death metal scene. Since the release of their deeply personal debut album “Into Beyond” (2018), which depicted a band in a time of heavy personal struggle, they have continued to grow – which is evident in both songwriting and technical prowess. Their second album “And Then There Were None” (2021), released by Napalm Records, immediately sounded darker and more ambitious, which resonated with fans and critics alike.
Following the second album’s release, LIVLØS toured extensively, including a big sold out Copenhagen headliner, a European tour with Konvent and Implore, and a national headliner tour alongside appearances at Inferno Festival, Tallinn Music Week and not least the band’s triumphant live peak in front of 14.000 people at Copenhell in 2023.
Now, LIVLØS can finally unveil their third full length album, the conceptual cosmo-narrative ‘The Crescent King’. While bearing LIVLØS’ trademarks of heavy, death metallic grooves, melancholic, grandiose melodies and progressive musicianship, the music on ‘The Crescent King’ compliments the ambitious concept as far as the prog elements now standing strong alongside traits of experimental dissonance to balance the band’s ear for majestic melodies.
As on the prior releases, on our very race, homo sapiens, is also the focus of LIVLØS’ scrutiny on‘The Crescent King’. This time, the band wished to conceive a fictional, conceptual piece throwing its gaze on the more general dispositions of the human condition, its psyche and place in the cosmic cyclus of the universe.
Thus, ‘The Crescent King’ is a symbol of humankind in all its aspects, good and evil and in between. It is the tale of the king undertaking a journey through space and time, in which he discovers the secrets of himself and humankind. But it is also a story on how a good soul and its benevolent intentions can corrupt in the face of power, delusion and despair.
‘The Crescent King’ is out now on Noctum Productions.
LIVLØS are: Niklas Lykke Frederiksen – vocals Franz Aleksander Posch – guitar Kenneth Søe Breinbjerg – guitar Benjamin Andreassen – bass Thomas Dannemand Jensen – drums
Founded in Berlin by brothers Felix and Paul Vogelgesang, this metalcore act VIANOVA emerged from their shared vision of creating authentic, emotionally-driven music when they relocated to the city in 2014. The lineup solidified in 2017 with the addition of vocalist Alexander Kerski. Between 2015 and 2019, they released a five-track EP and two singles, building their presence in the German live music scene while navigating lineup changes.
Now back with fresh music, VIANOVA push their sound even further. This new chapter aims for a raw, fierce, and dynamic approach in both mixing and songwriting. Influences from genres outside metalcore – such as soul, jazz, R&B, and 80’s synths – reflect their commitment to breaking genre boundaries. Accompanying this sonic evolution is a vibrant visual transformation, characterised by a focused and youthful energy that injects fun into a metalcore landscape often perceived as stagnant.
The first single from this new writing cycle, titled ‘Más Rápido’ is an energetic and upbeat track that seamlessly blends the band’s old and new styles. Lyrically, it explores themes of modern working culture and burnout, addressing the pressures of contemporary life. The track was mixed by their producer, Leon Schmidt, and mastered by renowned engineer Jens Bogren, providing a warm, dynamic edge to VIANOVA‘sevolving sound.
During the 2020 pandemic, VIANOVA reinvented their musical and visual identity, evolving their sound with the arrival of bassist Raoul Zillani. This new phase embraced a more technical, aggressive, and imaginative style, culminating in their EP Looking For… and the follow-up, …A Way Out, released in 2023. These efforts garnered international attention and led to management by Lukas Magyar (Veil of Maya) in mid-2023. The band has since performed extensively across Germany, solidifying their position as a rising force in the metalcore genre.
VIANOVA are: Alexander Kerski | Vocals Felix Vogelsang | Guitar Raoul Zillani | Bass Paul Vogelsang | Drums
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