Dawnbreed Records released a new tape edition of MØREMYRK‘s debut demo, “MMXXII Demos”, on December 1st 2023.
For some bands out there in the vast overgrowth of the underground, ultimate evisceration is well and truly the name of the game. It’s what many set out to achieve with varying forms of intensity gracing the many different approaches from each style having to offer that the others do not.
Rising from the underrated Indonesian metal scene, MØREMYRK puts forth an offensive that offers up one of the most bombastic and undeniably filthy death-doom creations whose horrific visages cannot be easily dismissed.
To gaze upon what MØREMYRK has conjured from the writhing darkness is to become one with madness in a mere instant as it’s through unyielding in its conquest of grim-riddled domination that MØREMYRK commands existence itself to contort and bend itself to the will of the band.
Through dirges of immense heaviness and explosions of raw energy, the 18-minute onslaught of this demo already promises unfettered desolation and extinction heretofore undreamt throughout the lands.
The Indonesian scene has already had more than a few well-kept secrets in its waters, and it is here that MØREMYRK proves itself to be one of the latest and most promising primal forces within that mysterious scene.
DEVIL’S TRAIN have released a new video for their cover version of “Superstition” by Stevie Wonder!
70s Pop goes Blues Southern Metal! Stevie Wonder’s super hit and musical masterpiece in the unique heavy rocking and groovy Devil’s Train style … with body shaking guarantee!
Greek symphonic metal discovery HORRORGRAPHY has joined forces with Wormholedeath to unveil their forthcoming masterpiece, “A Knight’s Tale,” slated for release on January 19, 2024.
Founded by Dimons Night, also known as Dimitris Sakkas, in 2017, Horrorgraphy has mesmerized audiences with their dark and atmospheric musical tapestries, plunging listeners into the depths of theatrical horror. Their unique fusion of symphonic metal is adorned with orchestral elements, boasting haunting choirs and the sublime presence of classical musicians.
One of the distinguishing hallmarks of Horrorgraphy is their lyrical prowess, drawing inspiration from mythologies and fantastical creatures. With two remarkable albums already under their belt, the band is set to captivate audiences once again with “A Knight’s Tale,” an opus inspired by Geoffrey Chaucer’s timeless literary work.
Horrorgraphy’s labyrinthine melodies and haunting harmonies have found a new home with Wormholedeath, a global music powerhouse. This partnership promises to usher in a new era of sonic enchantment that will leave audiences spellbound.
On December 3, 2023, POWERWOLF honor the 75th birthday of the Prince of Darkness himself, the legendary Ozzy Osbourne, by releasing a cover of one of the Black Sabbath vocalist’s most famous solo tracks, “Bark At The Moon”! The title track of Ozzy’s celebrated 1983 album, Bark At The Moon, is an immortal classic, and the wolves’ cover of the song is performed in true POWERWOLF style while fully respecting the original version. The cover arrives with an accompanying official lyric video.
POWERWOLF are undoubtedly one of the most celebrated and successful heavy metal bands of the last decade. Multiple #1 album chart entries, gold and platinum records, huge sold-out arena shows, as well as headline slots at the biggest festivals have paved their way. In less than 20 years of band history, POWERWOLF has made it to the very highest league of heavy metal.
POWERWOLF has conquered countless stages at the world’s biggest summer festivals, and their last Wolfsnächte headline tours (2019, 2022), as well as their highly anticipated North American debut in early 2023, were almost completely sold out – resulting in a massive triumph. They have performed headlining sets at Wacken and Summer Breeze, as well as held premium slots at genre festival giants such as Hellfest, Graspop, Masters of Rock and many more, captivating enormous audiences. No other German metal band has been able to write a success story even remotely comparable in recent years!
POWERWOLF Wolfsnächte 2024: w/ HammerFall, Wind Rose 04.10.24 DE – Hamburg / Barclays Arena 05.10.24 NL – Amsterdam / AFAS Live 06.10.24 BE – Antwerp / Lotto Arena 10.10.24 LU – Esch Sur Alzette / Rockhal 11.10.24 DE – Stuttgart / Schleyerhalle 12.10.24 DE – Frankfurt / Festhalle 14.10.24 IT – Milan / Alcatraz 16.10.24 CH – Zürich / The Hall 17.10.24 FR – Paris / Zenith 18.10.24 DE – Oberhausen / Rudolf Weber Arena 19.10.24 DE – Berlin / Velodrom 21.10.24 PL – Krakow / Tauron Arena 22.10.24 HU – Budapest / MVM Dome 23.10.24 AT – Vienna / Gasometer 25.10.24 DE – Munich / Olympiahalle 26.10.24 CZ – Prague / Sportovni Hala Fortuna
Tickets are now on sale via all known ticket agencies.
POWERWOLF is a name that instantly brings tears of joy to the eyes of metal fans worldwide. The story of the frontrunners of today’s German metal scene, which began in 2004, only knows one direction: ever upwards! It may seem like something out of a fairytale, but it is the result of embodying the highest quality in the heavy metal universe. Outstanding album productions, bombastic live shows and the tireless drive for perfection on and behind the stage as well as the perfect integration of new developments are representative of this exceptional band.
POWERWOLF boast a remarkable collection of Gold and Platinum awards, with many of their albums – including a live streaming event – landing at the top of the Official German album charts, where they remained in the top 100 for months. In 2018, they achieved Gold status in the Czech Republic for the first time with their album Blessed & Possessed, while both its direct predecessors, Preachers Of The Night (2013) and the subsequent masterpiece The Sacrament Of Sin (2018), as well as the groundbreaking streaming event The Monumental Mass: A Cinematic Metal Event (2022), entered the Official German Album Charts at #1. In addition, the thrilling DVD, The Metal Mass (2016), secured the #1 spot on the German DVD charts, as well as #4 on the album charts. The new studio album, Call Of The Wild, entered the album charts at #2 and remained there for 17 (!) weeks, while the hit single “Dancing With The Dead” added another entry to their collection of Platinum records. The Best Of album, Best Of The Blessed (2020), also successfully entered the German charts at #2, while the special album, Interludium, reached #3.
Over the course of their career, the band has not only fascinated metal fans, but has also won over international press and critics. Countless cover stories in the most important magazines, critics’ awards such as the Metal Hammer Award, and effusive album and concert reviews underpin POWERWOLF‘s outstanding international status.
With the current studio album, Call Of The Wild, the special album, Interludium, and the upcoming Wolfsnächte Tour 2024 with support from HammerFall and Wind Rose, as well as a new studio album in 2024, it is clear that the metal world continues to be under the spell of the Wolfpack. POWERWOLF‘s holy mass in the name of heavy metal is unstoppable!
POWERWOLF are: Attila Dorn – vocals Falk Maria Schlegel – organ Charles Greywolf – guitar Matthew Greywolf – guitar Roel van Helden – drums
‘Bad Woman Blues’ is an insightful documentary on powerhouse singer Beth Hart, made by filmmaker Oliver Schwabe. You can watch it via YouTube here.
The film was made for the German TV show Rockpalast and broadcast in November, but it is now available to watch via YouTube HERE. ‘Bad Woman Blues’ follows the incredible story of singer-songwriter Beth Hart. It celebrates the music and voice of a woman who enriches rock and blues with feeling, authenticity, and honesty.
For Hart, there is no separation between art and life. On the contrary, one cannot exist without the other. Fearlessly honest, Beth Hart uses music to harness her most difficult moments, taking back control and using it to create something breathtaking and powerful.
The story takes us from her beginnings as a teenager playing clubs via a national T.V. show to busking on the streets of L.A. She talks about her experiences with alcohol, drugs, and her mental health and looks into her youth and early adulthood. These experiences pulsate through her mind and body and pierce into her music, making each concert emotional, empowering, and unique – an almost spiritual experience – both for the audience and herself.
Her long-time manager, David Wolff, and guitar hero Slash talk about the exceptional artist, whose fan base has been growing steadily for over 30 years. Beth Hart’s extraordinary career shows it’s worth staying true to yourself, trusting your talent, and not following every trend. She is an artist who knows how to navigate a multitude of styles while expressing herself emotionally and stirringly in her exceptional songwriting.
Oliver Schwabe’s film pulls back the curtain and follows Hart on the tour bus, doing yoga on stage before the sound check and backstage shortly before her performances, from large halls to an intimate bar on the beach in Los Angeles. She reflects on how she works, her setbacks, playing by her own rules and her journey to this moment right now.
And here we are, the Grammy-nominated Hart, recognized as one of her generation’s most talented voices, has played by her own rules. She has sold out multiple tours worldwide, including performances at historic venues such as Nashville’s Ryman Auditorium, London’s Royal Albert Hall, and the Ziggo Dome in Amsterdam. She’s topped the Billboard Blues charts six times, gone double platinum and had a string of Top 10 charting albums across Europe.
‘Bad Woman Blues’ offers a never-before-seen insight into one of modern music’s most inspiring and empowering artists.
In a groundbreaking collaboration, metalcore behemoths Any Given Day have joined forces with labelmates Annisokay, for the release a pulsating new single titled ‘H.A.T.E.’!
The track blends the signature hard-hitting riffs and relentless energy of Any Given Day with the dynamic and melodious style of Annisokay, creating a unique sound that is set to resonate with fans of both bands.
The track is taken from their upcoming album Limitless which is due for release on 26th January via Arising Empire. Pre-orders for Limitless are available here: https://arisingempire.com/limitless
The band comment on the new album: “Limiteless is infused with a new vibe of positivity and energy that we’ve honestly never felt before. – like we shook things up but still stayed true to ourselves. This album really represents a leap into uncharted waters, ditching the formulaic for a sound that is fresh and unbound. It reflects the boundless spirit and heart we’ve put into every melody and lyric. Limiteless is the perfect word for this new adventure – it’s what you’ll feel in every track and every line we’ve poured our hearts into for this album. We can’t wait for you to hear it.“
Limiteless is available on CD, limited colored vinyls and a special fan box, together with unique merch options.
Any Given Day have previously announced their Limitless tour, together with label mates Of Virtue, which will kick off in February 2024. A full list of confirmed dates can be found below.
Formed in 2012, ANY GIVEN DAY ignited interest with their 2014 debut My Longest Way Home (Official German Album Charts: #28). They continued to prove they were more than just an internet phenomenon with 2016’s Everlasting (Official German Album Charts: #14). The band went on to share stages of every size with the likes of Caliban, Bury Tomorrow, Trivium, and Suicide Silence, receiving euphoric reactions and rapidly growing their fanbase.
On their 2019 full-length Overpower (Official German Album Charts: #19), Any Given Day perfected their unique blend of unruly brutality, compelling melodies and unbelievable catchiness. Surrounded by the great musicianship of his fellow band mates, one-of-a-kind vocalist Dennis Diehl handles both growls and clean vocals, putting many others to shame with his distinct, epic vocal lines. The album is packed with pummelling, in-your-face modern metal and epic arcs of suspense, all wrapped up in an uplifting message.
Kimmo Kuusniemi’s ASA unveil the long-overdue release of "Collective Failure" + first music video for title-track! Check it out and stay tuned for more news! Click image to watch the video
Kimmo Kuusniemi’s SARCOFAGUS return with a Historic 2010 Concert Video Premiere on YouTube! Click image to watch the video
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Visionary artist KIMMO KUUSNIEMI's ANCIENT STREAMING ASSEMBLY (ASA) have released “Aurora Nuclearis”, a powerful 12-minute audiovisual experience, dedicated to the Late Keyboardist Esa Kotilainen. - Click image to watch the video
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