It’s been a minute since QUEENSRŸCHE played European festivals.
In early 2025 the legendary progressive metal band brought “The Origins”-Tour to Europe, playing their classic EP and debut album “The Warning” in their entirety. Now it’s finally time to add more songs from their latest album, “Digital Noise Alliance”, to their set.
The band comments: “We are super excited and can’t wait to see Rÿcher Nation this summer!”
On their headlining shows they will be supported by progressive death metal progenitors Riversof Nihil.
QUEENSRYCHE | SUMMER SIDE SHOWS 2026 Special Guest: RIVERS OF NIHIL
12.06.26 Germany, Köln – Essigfabrik 16.06.26 Germany, Hamburg – Markthalle 17.06.26 Germany, Frankfurt – Batschkapp 22.06.26 UK, Manchester – Club Academy 23.06.26 UK, London – Islington Assembly Hall 30.06.26 Sweden, Lund – Mejeriet SE 01.07.26 Germany, Hannover – Pavillon 02.07.26 Germany, Lindau – Club Vaudeville
QUEENSRYCHE | FESTIVALS 2026
13.06.26 Netherlands – Into The Grave 14.06.26 Czech Rep – Rock For People 19.06.26 France – Hellfest 20.06.26 Belgium – Graspop 25.06.26 Denmark – Copenhell 26.06.26 Norway – Tons Of Rock 28.06.26 Finland – Tuska 03.07.26 France – Plane’R Fest 05.07.26 Spain – Rock Imperium Festival
Enigmatic black metal masters UADA are pleased to now reveal that their upcoming acoustic album, ‘Interwoven,’ will be released on April 10 via Eisenwald Records. The album represents an acoustic journey tracing one song from each chapter of UADA’s discography as well as various covers from the bands who’ve inspired them. In celebration, the band is now sharing a haunting version of NIRVANA’s “Something in the Way,” which can be found along with a video at THIS LOCATION.
The video was filmed and edited by Karl Whinnery and directed by Jake Superchi, with Evan Gandy serving as the co-director of photography.
UADA comments, “When UADA was formed, a rule was set: no covers, in pursuit of carving a wholly independent voice. With ‘Interwoven,’ we allowed ourselves to bend that rule. Recruiting a cellist for this project created a rare alignment—a moment to pay homage to one of the most formative and regional influences of my youth. While staying close to the original arrangement, we allowed our interpretation to take on its own bleak, glacial weight—one that echoes through the song’s timeless sorrow.”
‘Interwoven’ is now available for pre-orders HERE.
In addition, UADA has joined forces with industrial metal artist MORTIIS for a very special co-headliner, featuring exclusive anniversary sets and supporting performances by Jerome Reuter’s ROME and WRAITH KNIGHT. UADA will be performing their seminal 2016 debut album ‘Devoid of Light’ in its entirety + a special CERMONIAL CASTINGS 30-year anniversary set featuring Wraith Knight. In addition, MORTIIS shall be performing songs from his groundbreaking 2001 full-length, ‘The Smell Of Rain,’ along with other volumes of dystopian despair. The full itinerary can be found below while tickets are now available HERE.
Moreover, after much demand from fans, UADA will be returning to Milwaukee Metal Fest for the second time since leaving their mark during the 2024 edition. The festival will take place at The Rave/Eagle’s Club from June 4 – 7, with UADA performing on the 7th. More info and tickets can be found HERE.
The cover art for ‘Interwoven’ was photographed by Peter Beste and can be found below along with the tracklisting.
04/10/26: Portland, OR @ Dante’s 04/11/26: Vancouver, BC @ Rickshaw 04/13/26: Calgary, AB @ Dickens 04/14/26: Edmonton, AB @ Starlite 04/16/26: Winnipeg, MB @ Sidestage 04/17/26: Minneapolis, MN @ Skyway at Studio B 04/18/26: Madison, WI @ Annex 04/19/26: Chicago, IL @ Reggies 04/20/26: Detroit, MI @ Sanctuary 04/21/26: Indianapolis, IN @ Black Circle 04/22/26: Covington, KY @ Madison Live 04/23/26: Pittsburgh, PA @ Preserving Underground 04/24/26: Toronto, ON @ Lee’s Palace 04/25/26: Montreal, QC @ Cafe Campus 04/26/26: Quebec City, QC @ La Source 04/27/26: Boston, MA @ Brighton Music Hall 04/28/26: Brooklyn, NY @ Meadows 04/29/26: Bensalem, PA @ Broken Goblet 04/30/26: Baltimore, MD @ Metro 05/01/26: Raleigh, NC @ Chapel Of Bones 05/02/26: Atlanta, GA @ 529 EAV 05/03/26: Orlando, FL @ Conduit 05/05/26: Houston, TX @ Warehouse Live 05/06/26: Austin, TX @ Come And Take It Live 05/07/26: Dallas, TX @ Club Dada 05/08/26: Albuquerque, NM @ Launchpad 05/09/26: Denver, CO @ HQ 05/10/26: Salt Lake City, UT @ Urban Lounge 05/11/26: Las Vegas, NV @ Swan Dive 05/12/26: San Diego, CA @ Brick By Brick 05/13/26: Los Angeles, CA @ The Echo 05/14/26: San Jose, CA @ The Ritz 05/15/26: Eugene, OR @ John Henry’s 05/16/26: Seattle, WA @ El Corazon
Additional UADA Tour Dates: 06/07: Milwaukee, WI @ Milwaukee Metal Fest
“The idea of ‘Interwoven’ – an acoustic journey tracing one song from each chapter of our discography – was first envisioned on the very day UADA was conceived: October 1st, 2014,” says UADA founder and frontman Jake Superchi. “In those early conversations, when laying out the future I sought to create, I recall sharing the concept of a stripped, atmospheric interpretation, supported by the haunting resonance of strings – cello or violin. At the time, the notion was met with skepticism, perhaps even dismissal. Yet it was an idea I knew would one day take form. It had to.”
“UADA has always drawn from a wide spectrum of influences – many of which extend far beyond the traditional boundaries of black metal,” he continues. “With Interwoven, we sought to peel back the layers and reveal the vastness of these realms; to immerse the listener in both the foreign and the familiar, in textures that challenge and comfort in equal measure.”
“More than a sonic experiment, this album was a deliberate act of vulnerability. It was a personal and collective trial – a chance to step outside the acquainted shadows and embrace the uncertain light. The earliest intent was to craft something primitive and ritualistic, echoing the ancestral tones of ancient Pagan folk. Vocally, we anticipated a palette of whispers, chants, and throat singing. There was never a plan to explore clean, melodic singing – until an improvised vocal passage in “Djinn” revealed something unexpected. That unscripted moment sparked the foundation of what would become this album. With the band’s enthusiastic support, the recording process began – without a script, without rehearsal, and with full commitment to spontaneity and truth.”
Recording lineup: Jake Superchi – All Vocals, Guitars, and Percussion Nate Verschoor – Bass
Special Guest: C.E. Brown – Cello
Cover Art: Peter Beste
Album Credits: Engineered and mixed at Obsidian Spells between Summer 2023 and Spring 2024 by Jake Superchi Mastered by Arthur Rizk
ROKK Streaming has officially launched their Direct Music Upload, a new tool that allows artists to upload and release their music directly on the platform.
The service is free, requires no middlemen, and lets artists keep full control of the work.
Direct Music Upload is available to any artist who owns the rights to their music. This includes independent artists releasing on their own, artists using aggregators that are not yet integrated with ROKK such as DistroKid or CD Baby, and artists who have never released music publicly before.
“It’s hard enough to be an artist today, especially when you’re just starting out,” says ROKK co-founder Alex Landenburg, drummer of Kamelot and Cyhra. “With Direct Music Upload, we wanted to make releasing music simpler and fairer – and show that streaming can work differently, in a way that actually puts artists first.”
ROKK is known for higher-than-average payouts and a transparent, artist-first model. Unlike other streaming platforms, music on ROKK earns royalties from the very first stream, with no minimum play threshold. Uploading music is free, and ROKK does not take a percentage of artist payouts.
Once their music is live, artists can immediately be supported by fans through ROKK’s Direct Artist Support feature. Direct Music Upload is available now to all registered ROKK artists and to new artists upon signup.
The cat is out of the bag: Samurai Pizza Cats have announced their long anticipated 2nd album “Press Start”, which will be released March 27th, 2026, via Century Media Records. The album comes just in time for the band’s own ‘Samurai Pizza Fest’, which will be held in Cologne, Germany, on March 28th – the festival has recently announced its sold out status. The announcement of their new record follows on the band’s prior single releases “Super Zero”, “Pandastruck”, “Fear No Slice”, and “City of Gold”.
Additionally, the band announced on their socials that powerhouse drummer Robin Scheer is officially joining the lineup, marking a new chapter as they bid a heartfelt farewell to Stefan Buchwald, who departs the band on his own terms. With their 2nd album on the horizon and an ambitious run of live shows ahead, Samurai Pizza Cats are positioned to make 2026 their most explosive year yet.
Tracklist:
Insert Coin Pandastruck T-Rex(plosion) (feat. Ankor) Fear No Slice Error 808 Level Up Ramen-Man (feat. BABYBEARD) Penguin Supreme Super Zero City of Gold Thanks for Playing Pizza Homicide – STVW Version Ramen Man – STVW Version (Bonus Track) *Japan ONLY
Samurai Pizza Cats LIVE
20.03.2026 CH – Aarau – Kiff Aarau* 21.03.2026 DE – Aschaffenburg – Colos-Saal* 27.03.2026 BE – Ittre – Zik-Zak* 28.03.2026 DE – Köln – Live Music Hall – Samurai Pizza Fest 09.04.2026 DE – Magdeburg – Factory* 10.04.2026 DE – Dresden – Tante-JU* 11.04.2026 DE – Memmingen – Kaminwerk* 12.04.2026 DE – Heidelberg – halle02* 23.04.2026 DE – Osnabrück – Rosenhof* 24.04.2026 DE – Bremen – Modernes* 25.04.2026 NL – Heerlen – Nieuwe Nor* 26.04.2026 DE – Düsseldorf – Zakk* 20 – 22.08.26 DE – Lich – Music Forge Festival *support from Fall To Spring
About Samurai Pizza Cats
Samurai Pizza Cats from Castrop-Rauxel have long since ceased to be an insider tip since releasing their first self-published songs. Founded in 2021 by Daniel Haniß (Electric Callboy), Sebastian Fischer, and Stefan Buchwald (both formerly of Fall Of Gaia), the band quickly built a loyal fan base thanks to their unique sound and high-energy live performances. Since 2021, Stefan Reufer has been the bassist of the Ruhr area band and a permanent member of Samurai Pizza Cats. At the end of 2025, Robin Kemper joined the band as the new drummer, bringing fresh momentum to the Castrop-Rauxel-based lineup.
Musically, the band moves between metalcore and deathcore with electronic influences, standing out through catchy melodies and powerful guitar riffs. Their songs are characterized by a blend of biting humor and profound themes, which adds an extra humorous touch to their name—an allusion to a cult anime series.
With “YOU’RE HELLCOME,” Samurai Pizza Cats released their debut album in 2023. The record was released on September 22 and entered the Top 100 of the German album charts.
In January 2024, the band played a nearly completely sold-out headlining tour across Germany and Austria. At the beginning of 2025, they released two new songs, “Superzero” and “Pandastruck,” and went on the tour of the same name in March.
In August 2025, Samurai Pizza Cats raised the bar even higher. With the song “Fear No Slice,” the band presented themselves in top form once again, showcasing the unmistakable Samurai Pizza Cats style that makes them so unique.
Looking ahead to 2026, the “Samurai Pizza Fest” is already on the calendar. The band’s first-ever festival will take place on March 28, 2026, at the Live Music Hall in Cologne and features an impressive lineup with From Fall to Spring, STVW, and Statefall—sure to make every music fan’s heart beat faster.
Their new album “Press Start” will be released on March 27, 2026, via Century Media Records. With the singles released so far, it sets a clear statement of taking stages beyond national borders, infused with a generous dose of pizza and chaos.
Samurai Pizza Cats are Sebastian Fischer – Vocals Daniel Haniß – Guitar Stefan Reufer – Bass Robin Scheer – Drums
WORM reveal “Witchmoon – The Infernal Masquerade”, featuring guitar virtuoso Marty Friedman. The latest single and opulent album closer is an epic mixture of Black, Doom, 80s Heavy Metal, goth, neoclassical metal, baroque-influenced harpsichord parts, piano arpeggios and even some death metal. It’s the ultimate culmination of the vampiric nightmare that is Necropalace.
The necromantic black doom creators own a sonic palette rooted in nearly every worthy corner of extreme metal’s history – from the grandiose heights of ‘90s symphonic black metal to the emotional technicality of ‘80s shred metal. Since their lauded full-length Foreverglade, the Floridian band have only grown more powerful, showcasing a level of grandiose songcraft that is beyond modern compare. On Necropalace, their first album with Century Media, Worm have managed to do what many others in this day and age can only attempt: They walk backwards into the future.
Necropalace lives in a world of its own. A world of lush velvet and ostentatious gold, covered in the dust of time. A world where shadows seem to move in your peripheral vision, yet the loneliness never ceases. A world where wounds of the flesh may heal, but those of the heart never do.
Necropalace is truly the sonic representation of unbridled nightbound maleficence! The album manifests itself as the soundscape to a star laden winter night sky reflecting off the Everglades’ darkest slough; where death meets the deathless. This album is a vociferous call to action for anyone who still possesses ancient vampiric blood in their veins. Prepare yourself for a full force attack of zealous guitar agility and heretic spellcraft. The gates are now open.
“Witchmoon – The Infernal Masquerade” follows the album’s lead singles “Necropalace” and “Blackheart” which emerged alongside Worm’s first ever official music videos. “Outside of exhuming obscure symphonic black metal tapes from 1996, much inspiration for Worm comes from my obsession with 80s/90s horror,” tells Phantom Slaughter. Worm were finally able to secure the perfect team for their astounding short film debuts: Director Norman Cabrera (Danzig, Walking Dead, Fright Night II), Producer Maya Kay, Colorist Alex Nicolaou (Drab Majesty), all with direction from Ted Nicolaou (TerrorVision, Subspecies) meticulously brought Worm’s dark fantasy into a reality.
It is a monumental year for Japanese metalcore band Crystal Lake as they proudly release their long‑awaited seventh studio album “The Weight of Sound”, available now worldwide via Century Media Records.
Packed with 11 tracks, the album captures the quintet at their most dynamic, innovative, and emotionally charged. It is also the first studio album since John took over vocals for the band back in 2023. With 5 tracks having guest performances by various artists, including David Simonich, Jesse Leach, Myke Terry, Taylor Barber and Karl Schubach, the band pushes their typical soundscape further than ever before, balancing razor‑sharp metalcore, crushing deathcore elements, atmospheric electronics, and immersive melodic passages.
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