Swedish vocalist Robin Red (Degreed) is pleased share his new single and official visualizer, “Don’t Leave Me (Summer Version)”, out now via Frontiers Music Srl.
The track is a special version of the first Robin Red single, “Don’t Leave Me (With A Broken Heart)”, originally released in 2021.
“Get ready to hear a completely different side of me. This is a lot of fun and perfect for your summer vacation”, Robin commented.
Robin Red is Swedish singer Robin Eriksson’s alter ego. Robin is known for being one of the founding members of melodic hard rockers Degreed. Since then, he has toured all over Europe in support of seven well received studio albums from the band. Additionally, Robin also participated in the Swedish version of American Idol in 2008, finishing in the Top 10.
In 2021, Robin released his first solo album under the name Robin Red. He teamed up with Dave Dalone (H.E.A.T), as producer, guitarist and co-songwriter, to record the album.
“It’s always been a dream for me to be able to do this. Releasing my own album with the style of music that I love the most. Singing for the pure love of it. This is a dream come true for sure”, said Robin.
Now, in 2025, Robin is doing his first live show ever under the name Robin Red. Together with the boys from Wildness, he will perform at Kopparbergs Festivalen in his hometown, Kopparberg, Sweden, on August 8th. Robin’s son Lennon will also join in for a couple of songs.
To celebrate the first show ever, Robin’s releasing three unreleased songs this summer. Following the release of “Don’t Leave Me (Summer Version)”, fans can expect two more songs to drop in the upcoming months.
Line Up: Robin Red – Lead vocals, backing vocals & bass. Dave Dalone – Guitars, synthesizers, backing vocals and percussion. Mats Eriksson – Drums Erik Modin – Percussion Joan Eriksson – Grand Piano, background vocals Jona Tee – Organ Petra Eriksson – Background vocals
While defeating Cthulhu in ‘Necronomicon,’GRAILKNIGHTS have collected all armoury to unleash their empowering new opus titled “Forever,” their first full-length release through PERCEPTION – A Division of Reigning Phoenix Music. Crafted at Sascha Paeth’s Pathway Studios, their sidekick Sebastian Khayat delivered maximally heroic cover artwork for the album, which fans can finally hold their hands on at the beginning of the quintet’s forthcoming “Battle Of Metal” co-headline tour with ALL FOR METAL.
After kicking off the mentioned adventure in Hanover aka Grailham City, the complete Battlechoir shall storm their local stores of confidence from Friday, October 17, 2025 in order to save all “Forever” copies before Dr. Skull claims the victory and commissions their ultimate destruction. The twelve new hymns featured in the seventh chapter of GRAILKNIGHTS’ glorious history (incl. ‘Necronomicon’ and a bold ‘Super Trouper’ cover version) will of course also appear at the digital listening camps of your choice. Put it on endless loop once released that the world can be sure that the group’s smelly arch enemy goes straight to the afterlife on his own. Are you ready for GRAILKNIGHTS’ seventh adventure? – “Yes Sire!”
To make sure that their cape-wearing followers will be able to manage the needed sprints to the record shops of the universe, GRAILKNIGHTS lead them down into their legendary catacombs where their ‘Grail Gym’ is located. It’s the strengthening site where the enormously musical superhero five-piece backs down regularly to recharge their batteries for new challenges. Who wouldn’t easily turn up the heat at a place like that? Here you have the choice of drill: intergalactic spinning, tough battle ropes and power chains or the supreme discipline – bench press! Additional motivation for Sir Optimus Prime, Sovereign Storm, Count Cranium, Duncan MacLoud and Lord Drumcules is provided by four not minorly energising ladies (Anni Quinn, Fuxi, Lady Kikki and Sarah Sparklz) who compete with the GRAILKNIGHTS especially on their bikes. What a sight! But as usual, a well-known guest is just about to make an unpleasant appearance…
“Every inch of skin is aching, iron muscles in the making: our new single is here to turn your sweat into steel. Heavy riffs. Hard reps. Heroic gains. Stream it now and enter the ‘Grail Gym’,” state the power metal heroes.
Video produced by Robert Gruss (Pixobert – Visual Media)
20 – 25.09.2025 DE Kiel – Full Metal Cruise XII (Part I) SOLD OUT 25 – 30.09.2025 DE Kiel – Full Metal Cruise XII (Part II) SOLD OUT
“Battle Of Metal” Co-Headline Tour 2025 GRAILKNIGHTS & ALL FOR METAL w/ special guests Presented by Rock It!, musix, metal.de, Tasmanian Devil Agency, RPM & PERCEPTION
16.10.2025 DE Hanover – MusikZentrum 17.10.2025 DE Leipzig – Hellraiser 18.10.2025 DE Berlin – Lido 19.10.2025 DE Hamburg – Markthalle 21.10.2025 DE Aschaffenburg – Colos-Saal 22.10.2025 CH Pratteln – Konzertfabrik Z7 23.10.2025 DE Bochum – Matrix 24.10.2025 DE Munich – Backstage (Werk) 25.10.2025 DE Schirnding – Gemeindehalle 26.10.2025 CZ Zlín – Masters of Rock Café 27.10.2025 HU Budapest – Analog Music Hall 29.10.2025 AT Vienna – Viper Room 30.10.2025 DE Stuttgart – Im Wizemann (Club) 31.10.2025 DE Cologne – Club Volta 02.11.2025 FR Paris – Nouveau Casino 03.11.2025 ES Bilbao – Sala Groove 04.11.2025 ES Madrid – Revi Live 05.11.2025 ES Salamanca – Sala B Caem 06.11.2025 FR Lyon – Rock n’ Eat 07.11.2025 BE Kortrijk – DVG Club 08.11.2025 DE Löffingen – Rocknacht
If it’s on their 2004 debut album “Across The Galaxy,” its follow-ups “Return To Castle Grailskull” and “Alliance” or their tales of the past 15 years (“Calling The Choir,”“Knightfall” & “Muscle Bound For Glory”), GRAILKNIGHTS’ goal has remained the same – the Holy Grail must be returned to Grailham City! Their mission also led their flight path to stages around the globe, which they boldly dominated as headlining act and shared with acts such as SABATON, FEUERSCHWANZ, BROTHERS OF METAL and TWILIGHT FORCE among others, always supported by their brave fan base aka the Battlechoir.
During the years, some of these equally brave musicians have also lent their additional vocal support to the Hanover, Germany based squad: Tracks like ‘Turbo Boost [feat. FEUERSCHWANZ]’ but especially ‘Pumping Iron Power,’ which was graced by SABATON’s Joakim Brodén, crafted additional intergalactic bondings between the band and metalheads worldwide, and saw GRAILKNIGHTS’ success numbers go through the roof with ‘Pumping Iron Power’ recently hitting 15 million Spotify streams only.
Highly experienced in both studio and live battles, the superheroic metal group have faced and overcome several evil powers over time, and now they are set to oppose Dr. Skull in full length once again with their 7th adventure, followed by yet another journey across Europe. Joining forces with label family members ALL FOR METAL in autumn 2025, the “Battle Of Metal” can actually only end in another victory against all evil.
GRAILKNIGHTS are: Sir Optimus Prime | vocals Sovereign Storm | guitars, vocals Count Cranium | guitars, vocals Duncan MacLoud | bass, vocals Lord Drumcules | drums
Iconic Berlin label Pelagic Records has unveiled the aftermovie for Pelagic Fest 2024, with bands and fans who attended last year’s edition reminding us of the amazing vibes and stunning performances by the likes of A Swarm of The Sun, Year Of No Light, Karin Park, Glassing, The Ocean and many more. It also serves as a great preview for what to expect at this year’s edition on 23rd and 24th August at Muziekgieterij in Maastricht, The Netherlands.
Day tickets are now avilable, purchase day and weekend tickets here: www.PELAGIC-RECORDS.com
Pelagic Fest 2025 has also announced the addition of Sierra Veins, (formerly known as SIERRA) to the lineup. Merging violence with melancholy and gentleness with brutality, Sierra Veins blends contrasting moods and styles to create a singular, overpowering universe inspired by synthwave, EBM and darkwave. After the success of her first singles ‘Gone’ and ‘Unbroken’ getting millions of streams in no time, the French artist released her first album A Story of Anger in 2023 including collaborations with Carpenter Brut, Health, Gunship and The Ocean.
Headlined by blackened progressive metal virtuoso Ihsahn, Pelagic Fest 2025 will feature a standout lineup showcasing unique sounds and experiences. Also headlining are post-rock pioneers This Will Destroy You, known for their evocative soundscapes and God Is an Astronaut, whose cinematic instrumental rock has earned them global acclaim. This two-day event promises to traverse the full spectrum of Pelagic‘s musical universe, where innovation, depth and emotion converge in a truly transformative experience.
Full line up:
Ihsahn This Will Destroy You God Is An Astronaut Bruit ≤ (two sets: The Age Of Ephemerality in full; The Machine Is Burning-centred set with Monolith EP) Psychonaut Hypno5e Gösta Berlings Saga You, Infinite (performing ‘S/T’ in full) Pothamus LO! A Burial At Sea Telepathy Bear Barrens Hemelbestormer TÖRZS The Gorge Astrosaur Blessings Johan G. Winther The Hills Mover Sierra Veins
The lineup’s diversity spans from the engaging post-metal of Belgium’s Psychonaut to the tranquil, instrumental sounds of Hungarian ensemble TÖRZS. Sydney’s LO! will deliver their powerful, intense energy, while Hypno5e combines metal with atmospheric soundscapes. Swedish group Gösta Berlings Saga introduces a dark, krautrock influence. Each act offers a unique voice, collectively weaving a tapestry of emotions, innovation, and musical exploration.
The festival will also feature several exclusive full album sets. French instrumental rock pioneers Bruit ≤ will perform two sets: Sunday’s set will focus on their trailblazingdebut album The Machine Is Burning… alongside material from theirMonolith EP. Saturday’s performance will showcase upcoming album The Age Of Ephemerality, in full, live for the first time ever.
Additionally, the enigmatic You, Infinite will debut their new self-titled album in an exclusive live performance, offering a rare experience of their latest evolution whilst This Will Destroy You will serve some older classics. These performances promise to be both a celebration and a deep dive into the creative depths of these bands.
As a special Artist Focus event, Swedish artist John G. Winther will be sharing the full spectrum of his creative vision at Pelagic Fest. Beyond his performances with his bands Barrens and Blessings, Winther will present a one-of-a-kind solo set centred around his 2021 album The Rupturing Sowle. As a testament to his multifaceted artistry, the festival will also feature an exhibition of his visual artwork, displayed in the venue’s foyer, blending his music and visual art into an experience that invites reflection.
Robin Staps, Head of Pelagic Records, comments, “Pelagic Fest 2025 will continue right where last year’s anniversary edition left off: it’s promising to be a killer weekend loaded to the brim with exceptional music from exceptional artists. I’m happy that we managed to avoid repetitions — NO band on this bill played last year already — whilst still remaining (almost) entirely within the Pelagic roster. Yes, that does include Ihsahn, who delivered a stunning reinterpretation of Lustmord’s Dark Awakening as part of our pandemic Lustmord tribute album, The Others… and God Is An Astronaut’s All Is Violent, All Is Bright was the 3rd album we ever released. “
More information on Pelagic Records:
Founded in 2009 by post-metal spearheads The Ocean and their Berlin collective, Pelagic Records has grown into one of the most influential labels in the realms of post-rock, post-metal, and progressive/left-field heavy music. Over the years, Pelagic has worked with an impressive roster of artists, including MONO, Årabrot, Sugar Horse, Year of No Light, and Bruit ≤, among many others. Celebrating it’s 15th anniversary last year, Pelagic Records is focused on further solidifying its legacy by establishing Pelagic Fest as an annual event, an occasion that removes barriers and brings together artists and fans for a captivating celebration of the music that defines the label’s diverse and forward-thinking sound.
Terra Atlantica’s Nico Hauschildt and Tristan Harders with the Scarlet Records team at Epic Fest 2025
TERRA ATLANTICA has signed a multi-album deal with Scarlet Records and will release a new studio album in September.
Terra Atlantica was founded in Hamburg in 2014 by singer and guitarist Tristan Harders and drummer Nico Hauschildt with the ambition to revive melodic power metal in the style of early 00s icons like Edguy, Avantasia and Rhapsody Of Fire. They quickly came up with the concept of singing about nautical themes and creating a mystical story about a fictional timeline centered around the legend of Atlantis, which is also represented in the band’s name and visually in their stage outfits. The line-up was later completed with Julian Prüfer on bass and Dawid Wieczorek (ex Stormwarrior) on guitar.
Terra Atlantica’s music is a majestic blend of energetic riffs, memorable choruses, and cinematic orchestration – creating an immersive experience that transports listeners to a world of adventure and legend.
Since their debut album “A City Once Divine” (2017), followed by “Age Of Steam” (2020), and “Beyond The Borders” (2022), the German band has steadily risen in prominence, captivating audiences across Europe. Their relentless pursuit of epic storytelling and musical excellence has led to two successful tours, with a third on the horizon in 2026, following the release of their highly anticipated fourth album in 2025 via-Scarlet Records.
📸 Photo by Simone Vrech — 🎨 Artwork by Sheila Franco
Italian Melodic Power Metallers CELTIC HILLS have released their single and video ‘Metaldays’, taken from the upcoming album “Övervinna En Förlust”!
Mastermind Jonathan announces: “This powerful track is a heartfelt tribute to the legendary MetalDays Festival held in Tolmin, Slovenia – a place where Metal music comes alive and unforgettable memories are made. Experience the energy, passion, and raw emotion that inspired this song. Whether you’re a long-time fan or new to our music, ‘Metaldays’ is a must-listen that will ignite your spirit and connect you to the heart of Metal culture. Let this song take you on a journey to the epic festival that unites Metal fans from all over the world!”
🎥 🎬 ⚙️ Celtic Hills / Simone Vrech
Conceived as a juicy foretaste of the upcoming fourth studio album, “Metaldays” offers strikingly high catchiness and immediately rousing dynamics in the proven anthemic style. [ learn more here ]
LINE-UP: Jonathan Vanderbilt • Vocals, Guitars Luka Stone • Drums
Rockshots Records and Secret Rule are excited to announce the release of the band’s new single “Echoes Of The Earth,” accompanied by a music video and available on all digital platforms starting on June 24th, 2025. The track is the second preview of Secret Rule’s highly anticipated tenth studio album “X”, due for release late 2025.
With “Echoes Of The Earth”, Secret Rule explores a more introspective and spiritual side of their sound. The song blends heavy grooves, atmospheric tension, and layered electronics, creating a powerful and immersive soundscape. Lyrically, it reflects on the human need to reconnect with what is real and primordial in a chaotic, artificial world.
“It’s about listening for something ancient to guide you. I wrote the lyrics during a time when I needed to feel grounded again. That chorus is the moment of awakening,” says vocalist Angela Di Vincenzo.
Guitarist and producer Andy Menario adds:
“We wanted a track that felt direct and alive—something that could carry both chaos and order, like a dialogue between the modern world and the earth itself.”
Fresh from a 15-date European tour with Temperance and Induction earlier this spring and gearing up to hit major summer festivals across Europe, including Masters of Rock (Czech Republic), Rock Imperium (Spain), and Laurus Nobilis (Portugal),Secret Rule continues to prove they are entering a bold new chapter.
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
Metal Shock Finland (World Assault ) 