Finnish grind/crust trio Unborn Generation has released the first single, “Kuolleena eläjät” from the upcoming EP ”Suo kuolema”, set for release in January 2027.
Thematically, the EP continues in the same vein as the band’s latest album, ”…and All We Forget” (2024). The release explores various scenarios regarding what the world might look like after the current era of overconsumption and examines the growing malaise among people in today’s age of disinformation.
Musically, the release is rooted in crust punk, spiced with bleak and stripped-back melodic elements. It also marks a departure for the band, as the entire release is sung in Finnish.
The first single, “Kuolleena eläjät,” tells the story of how people are deliberately steered toward a desired outcome using false and misleading information—even when it is known that the result will be detrimental to the individual.
Unborn Generation is a grind/crust trio from Jyväskylä, Finland, formed in 2002.
Band members: Herkko Huttunen – Vocals / Guitar Eetu Huttunen – Drums Arto Kettunen – Bass / Backing vocals
Finnish progressive rock band Kuumet has released the final single and music video “Never Enough” from their upcoming album “Nova” to be released on November 27th 2026.
The singer Anna-Kaisa Kettunen tells about the track:“When Jussi Moilanen brought this song to the band, the melody and lyrics immediately started playing in my head. Once the lyrics were finished, we refined the melody with Matti Mielikäinen, and the song took its final shape together with the band. I’m a big Skunk Anansie fan, and I think that comes through here. The lyrics are for all of us who have suffered because a loved one has struggled with substance abuse or mental health issues.”
–ISRC: FI3FC2654406 –Composition: Matti Mielikäinen, Jussi Moilanen, Anna-Kaisa Kettunen, Janne Koskinen, Vesa Ranta –Lyrics: Anna-Kaisa Kettunen
Both the song itself and its accompanying music video draw inspiration from 1990s aesthetics.
The guitarist Jussi Moilanen tells: “The influences behind the track were diverse. A 7/8 time signature was chosen for its drive and groove. In the intro riff—the leitmotif—of ‘Never Enough,’ one can hear guitar work reminiscent of Alice in Chains, while the middle section has a Radiohead-esque quality.
For the direction of the video—much like for the lyrics—I drew inspiration from Skunk Anansie. The off-kilter aesthetic of the band’s videos, particularly those for ‘Weak’ and ‘Charlie Big Potato,’ really resonated with me back in the day. Certain scenes also brought to mind Madonna’s ‘Human Nature’ and Marilyn Manson’s ‘The Beautiful People.’
The video was filmed on an island near Oulu, inside the office building of the Varjakansaari sawmill—a structure abandoned 50 years ago. Light artist Timo Remes was involved in the production; his piece ‘LightBar’ (2023)—known from various light art festivals—makes an appearance in the footage. The video was shot by aurora borealis photographer Hannu Tiainen, and edited and cut by his daughter, Milla.”
Kuumet started in 2019 in the aftermath of a tribute gig for a Finnish prog legend. The band, which was put together at the initiative of Vesa Ranta (ex-Sentenced, The Abbey, Cemetery Skyline), who had once hung up his drum sticks at the time, ended up with players from Oulu, including The Aeon, THJKB and Hietaketu. Musically, Kuumet operates on the more prog side of rock, the songs may be rambling, but avoiding the pitfalls of indulgent gimmickry. The influences are most found in the legacy of the sprawling rock bands of the 1970s and the more melodic side of heavy rock that rose to prominence in the 1990s.
The songs also reveal the band’s fascination with cinematic expression.
Kuumet’s debut album Nova depicts the struggle of modern man in time: it contains dystopian images, addictions and death, but also glimpses of hope here and there, whether in the form of a bright exploding supernova or the belief that life continues after man.
Järvenpää-based modern metal band Ode Of Disgrace, formed in 2011, has continued to forge new material alongside their live performances throughout 2026. The band’s latest release, Chronus, takes the listener in a heavier direction than their previous material. The massive sound of Chronus is further reinforced by tuning the instruments even lower than usual.
–Composed & arranged by Roope Meriläinen, Valtteri Rautanen, Ville Lehtonen, Lauri Halme & Pessi Laine –Lyrics by Roope Meriläinen –Mixed by Juhis Kauppinen –Mastered by Miro Kiiski (Miro mastering) –Single cover by Minttu Mäkinen –ISRC: FI3FC2604201 –Video shot and edited by Valtteri Rautanen
Lyrically, the main themes of Chronus are time, as well as its dimensionality and inevitability. Echoes of the themes explored in the lyrics can be heard in the sorrowful, distant melodies, as well as in the verse and breakdown riffs that at times grow into furiously pulsating beat. Despite its epic nature, the powerful chorus speaks of despair and a sense of finality, foreshadowing an existential crisis.
Chronus takes its name from the personification of time in Greek mythology. The song is among the first compositions written for the band by guitarist Valtteri Rautanen, who joined Ode Of Disgrace in 2025.
Ode Of Disgrace’s previous release, EP called Under Grey Skies, was released in 2025. Prior to that came the 2022 ORBIS EP, alongside which the band has also released several standalone singles. Over the years, the band has remained faithful to its metalcore-influenced sound while developing its music in a more modern and distinctive direction, without ever letting go of its hard-hitting riffing.
Line-up: Roope Meriläinen – Vocals Pessi Laine – Guitar & Vocals Valtteri Rautanen – Guitar Ville Lehtonen – Bass Lauri Halme – Drums
Greek death metal trio CASKET DWELLER invite listeners to descend into the depths of their debut album, “River of Slumber”, now streaming in full through an exclusive premiere hosted by Death Metal Promotion, ahead of its official release on October 22, 2026, via Nuclear Winter Records.
The band channel the spirit of traditional death metal into nine riff-driven tracks shaped by the Swedish school, the classic Florida scene and the Dutch tradition.
Drawing inspiration from classic horror cinema and gothic literature, “River of Slumber” builds a macabre world of decay, supernatural creatures and morbid tales, establishing CASKET DWELLER as a promising new presence in the death metal underground.
Hailing from Athens, Greece, CASKET DWELLER deliver a deeply rooted take on traditional death metal. Formed in 2022, the band quickly established itself within the Greek underground through a series of live appearances across the country.
From the beginning, CASKET DWELLER have built their identity around more than just music: their visual aesthetic draws heavily from classic horror cinema of the 1940s and gothic literature, influences that also permeate the atmosphere of “River of Slumber”, creating a world where darkness, decay and heavy riffs come together. The band’s debut album is a tribute to the foundations of death metal while maintaining a strong sense of personality. Built around memorable, riff-driven compositions, “River of Slumber” showcases a band with a clear understanding of the genre’s traditions and the ability to transform those influences into songs that flow naturally from start to finish.
While the production carries the unmistakable imprint of the Swedish death metal school, the album’s musical DNA reaches further, incorporating elements from the classic Florida scene and the heavier Dutch tradition. Echoes of bands such as Death, Pestilence and Asphyx can be found throughout the record, not through imitation but through a shared appreciation for powerful riffs, dynamic arrangements and songwriting that puts the song at the center.
With a careful balance between crushing passages, darker atmospheres and more melodic moments, “River of Slumber” presents CASKET DWELLER as a new force within the contemporary old school death metal movement. A band focused on the essentials: memorable riffs, strong compositions and the timeless appeal of death metal.
Tracklist:
01. Chapters 02. Dust Off the Shovel 03. He Rows 04. Fangs of the Vampire 05. Creatures of the Night 06. Embalming Slime 07. Burnt at the Stake 08. Voodoo Incants 09. Requiem
Line-up:
George Karvouniaris – Guitars Chris Pallas – Bass Vangelis Deligiorgis – Drums/Vocals
Danish progressive metal innovators KINETIC return with a striking immersive journey into the heart of technological transcendence. Directed by Marcus H. Levin, the music video for “Digital Mind” offers viewers a harrowing glimpse into a future where humanity abandons its biological shell for eternal existence inside a virtual network. Blending technical precision with atmospheric depth reminiscent of heavyweights like Tool, Pink Floyd and Dream Theater, the band delivers a masterclass in cinematic storytelling that lingers long after the final chord fades.
“Digital Mind” is the third of three music videos from the band’s debut full-length album Liminal, which was just released on October 16, 2026 via Eclipse Records.
“As in the previous music videos, the video contains both obvious symbols and details that require a little more digging to uncover.” explains keyboardist Marcus. “The central visual symbol throughout the video is the band itself gradually glitching and distorting digitally. This represents the slow transition from a physical state into a digital one, mirroring the transformation taking place within the story. At the beginning, the main character is seen looking through old photographs and memories. This represents him coming to terms with his decision to leave the physical world behind and upload his consciousness into the digital realm. The memories themselves begin to glitch, suggesting that the decision has already been made on some level – and that the digital world is beginning to lure him in.”
The modern progressive metal landscape thrives on ambition, yet few emerging acts possess the audacity to anchor a debut full-length album to the literal measurement of cosmic civilization. Having recently arrived on October 16, 2026, via Eclipse Records, Liminal represents a massive sonic leap forward from their well-received 2025 debut EP, Sentience. KINETIC has crafted a 106 minute masterwork that balances technical precision with expansive, atmospheric depth, signaling the arrival of a major new force in the international metal community. Liminal functions as a classic conceptual album, bound together by a coherent, overarching storyline that connects the first note of the opening track to the final fading echoes of the grand finale. Musically and lyrically, the band draws inspiration from the Kardashev Scale, a theoretical framework proposed by astrophysicist Nikolai Kardashev that measures the technological advancement of a civilization based on the amount of energy it can harness. Rather than conforming to predictable, verse-chorus modern song structures, KINETIC focuses heavily on cinematic arrangements and long-form compositions. This deliberate stylistic choice allows the music to evolve dynamically, ensuring that the sonic landscape mirrors the immense scientific and philosophical themes of the narrative. The band have released two previous music videos from this album for the songs “Evolution” and “Dyson.”
Coverart by Görlitz & Levin
Liminal was produced, engineered, mixed & mastered by Frederik Uglebjerg (Galge, MØL, Trold, Isbjörg) and the album cover art was created by Lasse H. Görlitz & Marcus H. Levin. It was released on October 16, 2026.
Liminal track listing 01. Beginnings 02. Evolution 03. New Frontiers 04. Type 0.75 05. Fermi 06. Progress to One 07. Dyson 08. Journey to the Stars 09. Digital Mind 10. 2 to Five 11. Omega
About KINETIC: Emerging from Kolding, Denmark, KINETIC bridges the gap between technical progressive metal and cinematic storytelling. Their new album Liminal takes listeners on an existential journey through space and time, marking the band’s official debut on the Eclipse Records roster and solidifying their place as a must-watch modern metal act.
Kinetic is René Hougaard (lead vocals), David Thing (guitar, backing vocal), Christian Filskov Heitmann (bass), Marcus H. Levin (synth), and Rune Görlitz (drums).
Scotland’s ibex-obsessed blackened thrash bastard of Hades, otherwise known as HELLRIPPER, is now unleashing a fiery cover of the song “If You Found This It’s Probably Too Late” by the Arctic Monkeys. The song can be found along with two previously released covers of two songs from legendary Seattle speed metal punks, ZEKE.
HELLRIPPER guitarist/vocalist/songwriter James McBain comments, “I wanted to record something that would perhaps be a little unexpected, and this Arctic Monkeys B-side was screaming for the Hellripper treatment. It may be kind of surprising to some, but they’re one of my all time favourite bands, and though it may not be immediately evident in my music, they have always greatly influenced how I approach songwriting and production. Enjoy!”
The band’s first ever U.S. trek will kick off later this month! The full itinerary can be found below and tickets to all upcoming live performances are available HERE.
HELLRIPPER will be supporting its critically-acclaimed new album, ‘Coronach,’ which was released worldwide on March 27, 2026 via Century Media Records, making it his debut to the label! ‘Coronach’ can be streamed, downloaded, or ordered HERE.
10/26: Roseville, CA @ Goldfield Trading Post 10/27: Berkeley, CA @ Cornerstone Berkeley 10/28: Los Angeles, CA @ The Regent Theater 10/29:Fresno, CA@ Strummer’s 10/30: Las Vegas, NV @ Backstage Bar Billiards 10/31: Mesa. AZ @ Nile Theater 11/02: Dallas, TX @ AM/FM 11/03: Austin, TX @ Come and Take it Live 11/04: Houston, TX @ Warehouse Live Midtown 11/06: Atlanta, GA @ Masquerade (Hell) 11/07: Nashville, TN @ Basement East 11/08: Asheville, NC @ Eulogy 11/09: Richmond, VA @ Canal Club 11/11: Baltimore, MD @ Baltimore Soundstage 11/12: Harrisburg, PA @ Capital City Music Hall 11/13: Boston, MA @ Brighton Music Hall 11/14: New York, NY @ Racket 11/15: Lakewood, OH @ Mercury Music Lounge 11/17: Detroit, MI @ Catacombs at the Sanctuary 11/18: Chicago, IL @ Reggies 11/19: Kansas City, MO @ Recordbar 11/20: Denver, CO @ Gothic Theatre 11/25: Montreal, QC @ Piranha Bar 11/26: Quebec, QC @ La Source De La Martinière 11/27: Ottawa, ON @ Dominion Tavern 11/28: Toronto, ON @ Supermarket Bar & Variety
HELLRIPPER Latin American Dates:
SA 09.01.2027 Mangualde (Portugal) – Mangualde Hardmetalfest TH 14.01.2027 Rio De Janeiro (Brazil) – Experience Music FR 15.01 2027 Curitiba (Brazil) – Basement Cultural SA 16.01.2027 Sao Paulo (Brazil) – Burning House SU 17.01.2027 Belo Horizonte (Brazil) – Caverna TU 19.01.2027 Buenos Aires (Argentina) – Uniclub WE 20.01.2027 Santiago (Chile) – Sala RBX TH 21.01.2027 Lima (Peru) – Vichama Conciertos SA 23.01.2027 Bogota (Colombia) – Ace of Spades SU 24.01.2027 Quito (Ecuador) – Necronik TU 26.01.2027 San Jose (Costa Rica) – Amon Solar TH 28.01.2027 Monterrey (Mexico) – Cafe Iguana FR 29.01.2027 Hermosillo (Mexico) – London Pub SA 30.01.2027 Tijuana (Mexico) – Dragón Rojo SU 31.01.2027 Mexico City (Mexico) – Circo Volador
HELLRIPPER 2027 DATES (+ more TBA):
SA 13.03.2027 Eindhoven (The Netherlands) – Dynamo / Welcome To Hell Festival TH-SU 25-28.03.2027 Oslo (Norway) – Inferno Festival FR-SA 28-29.05.2027 Buchenbach (Germany) – Boarstream Open Air Festival TH-SA 03-05.06.2027 Stykkisholmur (Iceland) – Satan Festival FR-SU 11-13.06.2027 Leeuwarden (The Netherlands) – Into the Grave Festival
The cover artwork was created by Adam Burke / Nightjar Illustration and can be found below along with the tracklist!
Coronach (08:48) [WATCH] Full Running Time: 00:44:09
The brainchild of guitarist/vocalist/solitary force, James McBain, Hellripper has been running like a denim-vested, backpatch-encrusted William Wallace, bravehearting his way through metal’s bloodiest battlefields since first coagulating his personal darkness in 2014. Taking armaments from “Kill ‘Em All” era Hetfield and “Welcome to Hell” era Mantas, McBain has immersed his fascination with darkness and speed with Scottish history and come with bloody masterpieces like 2023’s “Warlocks Grim & Withered Hags” that Metal Injection stated: “Bursts with growth and a mature exploration of darkness and eeriness while maintaining that original high-octane burning”. McBain is presently sharpening his blades and casting new spells that will transmogrify into Hellripper’s Century Media debut “Coronach”.
Hellripper Lineup: James McBain – All Instruments & Vocals
Hellripper live and video performance line-up: James McBain – Guitar & Vocals Joseph Quinlan – Guitar Andy Milburn – Bass Max Southall – Drums
Album credits: Recorded and mixed by Hellripper’s James McBain at Coronach Studios in Scotland, UK Mastered by Damien Herring at Subterranean Watchtower Studios in the USA.
THE ROCK ALCHEMIST – Italian Rock Band from Turin with a strong sonic identity that blends modern rock with progressive, hard, alternative, and pop elements!
Kimmo Kuusniemi’s SARCOFAGUS return with a Historic 2010 Concert Video Premiere on YouTube! Click image to watch the video
