Time To Kill Records is proud to announce the signing of Finnish black metal outfit BLOODMOTHER. The band joins the ever-growing ranks of Finnish artists on the Italian label’s roster and is currently preparing the release of its debut full-length album, “Militant Black Magic”, due out in the coming months.
Formed in 2021 by Kuolontuoja, BLOODMOTHER was conceived with a clear and uncompromising purpose: to channel the spirit of true Finnish black metal through a sound stripped of excess and focused entirely on aggression. Building upon the foundations laid by the demo “Death to All” and the EP “Soul Crusher”, the band has refined a style based on razor-sharp riffs, hostile atmospheres and a direct, no-frills approach. Yet beneath its relentless surface lies a constant rhythmic variety that prevents the music from falling into predictability, maintaining tension and momentum throughout.
With “Militant Black Magic”, BLOODMOTHER push their vision further, delivering a work rooted in themes of faith, war, death and Satanic defiance. The album stands as the band’s most complete statement to date and a concentrated display of the ferocity that has defined their mission from the very beginning.
Further details on “Militant Black Magic”, including the first single and release information, will be revealed soon.
[Photo Credit: Altankhuyag Erdenebat; Edit: Peter Sallai]
Fresh from a breakthrough start to 2026, Mongolian folk metal collective UUHAI announce their full European headline tour, taking place in March and April 2027 in support of their debut album, Human Herds. Following their highly acclaimed appearances on the “Motocultor Across Europe Tour” in early 2026 with Napalm Records label mates NANOWAR OF STEEL, a run that quickly established the band as one of the standout revelations of the year, UUHAI return to Europe with an expanded live production and a new set built around the material from their first full-length release.
Blending traditional Mongolian instruments, throat singing and contemporary metal influences, UUHAI have developed a distinctive sound and a powerful live reputation that has resonated far beyond the folk metal scene. Their upcoming headline tour, “Human Herds – European Tour 2027 – Part 1”, will see the band perform across the Netherlands, France, Germany, Spain, Portugal and Switzerland. The tour will also feature a diverse supporting line-up with Acyl, known for their fusion of metal and North African influences, alongside rising act Blossom Cult, further expanding the tour’s cross-cultural and contemporary heavy music identity. Find the full list of dates below!
UUHAI Live 2027
Human Herds – European Tour 2027 – Part 1 w/ Acyl & Blossom Cult, more to come 19.03.27 NL – Rotterdam / Baroeg 20.03.27 FR – Lille / The Black Lab 21.03.27 DE – Hamburg / Logo 23.03.27 Tbc 24.03.27 FR – Paris / Petit Bain 25.03.27 FR – Nantes / Ferrailleur 26.03.27 FR – Bordeaux / Rocher de Palmer 27.03.27 FR – Toulouse / Metronum 28.03.27 ES – Portugalete / Sala Groove 30.03.27 ES – Sevilla / Sala X 31.03.27 PT – Lisboa / RCA Club 01.04.27 ES – Madrid / Sala Rockville 02.04.27 ES – Barcelona / Razzmatazz 3 03.04.27 FR – Montpellier / Secret Place 04.04.27 FR – Grenoble / Austra Rock 06.04.27 CH – Pratteln / Z7 07.04.27 DE – Munich / Backstage Club 08.04.27 DE – Weinheim / Café Centrale 09.04.27 FR – Colmar / Le Grillen 10.04.27 NL – Leeuwarden / Neushoorn 11.04.27 NL – Nijmegen / Doornroosje
Amplifying the blending of throat singing and horsehead fiddles with heavy music, breakthrough rockers UUHAI bestow a captivating sound upon the Mongolian steppe with Human Herds, out January 9, 2026 via Napalm Records. After their first songs gained them millions of video views, the seven-piece band unleashes a debut album that draws from the imposing history and awe-inspiring nature of Mongolia alike. On Human Herds, UUHAI reflect on both their roots and modern society, delivering a powerful plea to everyone, everywhere, wrapped up in a heartfelt love letter to their homeland—all in Mongolian language.
Human Herds impresses with far more than just a language and instruments unfamiliar to most ears. It is a reverent invitation into the heart of Mongolia that you won’t get anywhere else, buoyant and powerful in both storytelling and musical delivery. With deep gratitude and respect, UUHAI creates an emotional ode to nature and delivers a grassroots message to society: this debut album is a powerful reminder that on this earth, we are all the same.
UUHAI about Human Herds: “Human Herds is a reflection on the unstoppable tide of humanity—our migrations, our revolts, our worship, and our wounds upon the Earth. Yet in our chaos, we must remember: we all live under one sun and one moon on Earth, sharing the same fragile home.”
On the new album, UUHAI steps into the role of perceptive storytellers, guiding listeners through the spirit and soundscape of the Far East. Following a tone-setting, appropriately atmospheric intro is the title track, “Human Herds”. A galloping hard rock anthem calling upon the forefathers, it first offers colorful descriptions of nature’s beauty along with the urge to take better care of weeping Mother Earth instead of watching her destruction, delivered in haunting antiphony—the overarching theme of the album. “Uuhai” snarlingly tells the tale of how Mongolia historically drew its strength from said connection with its surroundings, dispersing both evil spirits and other nations. It culminates in the band chanting their name, which translates to a common battle cry for good fortune—which European fans will have a chance to join in on during the upcoming tour. Sweeping “Khar Khulz” offers passages to sing along with and simultaneously conjures up images in your mind that will have you booking the next flight to Ulaanbaatar. Throughout their diverse first album, UUHAI show an imposing ability to both create intimate settings that have us witness age-old rituals and deliver catchy hits as a heavy rock troupe. “Secret History Of The Mongols” wraps up the journey. Named after the oldest surviving literary work in the Mongolic language, dated to the late 1220s, the final track seduces with an enticing atmosphere, an emotional guitar solo, and another round of goosebump-inducing “uuhai” chants, invoking a collectively bright future.
Finnish metal band Cerebrum, formed in 1992, released a new single ‘Once You See It’ on June 9th 2026 via Inverse Records. The track is taken from the forthcoming EP which is set to be released later in 2026.
The Band comments the single: “The lyrics describe the complexity of the human mind. They explore how our senses transmit signals that the mind interprets according to our emotional states. They also reflect on how sometimes we see something that completely changes our previous understanding of the same thing, and on how remarkable, fascinating, and constantly capable of uncovering new perspectives the human mind can be. For example: once you see the arrow in the Fedex logo (between E and X), you can’t unsee it.”
–Song by Vesa-Matti Rauhu –Lyrics by Mikko Suomi –Produced and mixed by Tuomas Virtanen –Mastered by Niklas Jussila at Finnvox –ISRC: FI3FC2656003 –Single cover by Aki Aro / Photoworks
Cerebrum ”since 1992”
Cerebrum is a progressive death metal band from Turku in Finland. The band was formed in Turku in 1992. Initially, their music was more akin to old-school death metal, but on their second demo, they had adopted a more progressive style. Just when things were starting to get interesting, Cerebrum vanished. (Active 1992–1996).
In 2023, the old-school death metal festival ‘Finnish Death Metal Maniacs’ introduced the return of Cerebrum with four of its original members. A few years later, with a new keyboard player, the band is ready to release new material. In July 2025, the Spanish label Memento Mori released a Cerebrum compilation of their 1990s material entitled Vestiges of an Evoked Past (1993–1994).
Line-up: Mikko Suomi – Vocals and bass Vesa-Matti Rauhu – Guitars and backing vocals Jaakko Liuke – Guitars Sami Järvinen – Drums and percussions Tuomas Virtanen – Keyboards and backing vocals
Rising metal force REMNANTS have unleashed their newest single and music video, “Bend//Break,” showcasing the band’s signature combination of blistering riffs, crushing breakdowns, and soaring melodic hooks through Arson Theory.
Based out of Indianapolis, REMNANTS has quickly established themselves as a formidable presence in the modern metal scene. The five-piece band delivers a sound that balances relentless heaviness with memorable melodies, creating music that resonates with metal fans across multiple subgenres.
Driven by fast, aggressive guitar work, thunderous rhythms, and powerful vocal performances, “Bend//Break” highlights the chemistry and musicianship that have become hallmarks of the REMNANTS experience. This newest track paints the story of a frustration fueled breaking point after years of emotional damage and neglect – a sonic journey through isolation, inner conflict, and the scars left behind by trauma. “Bend//Break” is an unforgettable declaration of survival from those who have been pushed to the edge fighting some of their darkest moments alone.
“Bend//Break” is available now on all major streaming platforms, accompanied by an official music video.
For more information on REMNANTS, follow the band on social media and streaming platforms.
German heavy riff force RED STONE CHAPEL are proud to renew their collaboration with Argonauta Records and unveil their brand new single “Evil Seed”, available now on all digital streaming platforms: https://tidal.com/album/531069855/u
Originally formed in Marburg, Hesse, Germany in 2009, RED STONE CHAPEL have spent years refining their unmistakable blend of Stoner Rock, Southern groove, Sludge and Doom infused heaviness. Following lineup changes and a renewed creative vision solidified in late 2023, the band now emerge darker, heavier and more intense than ever before.
“Evil Seed” perfectly captures this new direction: a crushing and riff driven track built on massive guitar tones, dark atmospheres and emotionally charged vocals. Rooted in the sludgy spirit of the NOLA scene while embracing a broader Heavy Metal identity, the single delivers a relentless sonic impact that showcases the band’s evolution and uncompromising approach.
With influences ranging from Black Sabbath and Crowbar to Cathedral, Pentagram, Down and Danzig, RED STONE CHAPEL continue to push their sound into deeper and more powerful territories, balancing aggression, melancholy and raw energy in equal measure.
The band comments:
“RED STONE CHAPEL are happy to build on their previous partnership with ARGONAUTA RECORDS and that listeners will find sorrow and joy in our new sonic onslaught. In hope that YOU, the listener, are able to tame your own demons, we want to provide the soundtrack for your journey.”
The renowned heavy metal vocalist Ian Parry proudly announces the new chapter of the acclaimed Consortium Project series, with the release of “Legacy Of Empires” scheduled for August 14, 2026, via Frontiers Music Srl.
To coincide with the announcement, the title track is available today, along with an official video, available below.
Parry commented on the single: “When I first heard Johann Cadot’s powerful riff, I knew immediately we had the title track for “Legacy Of Empires” and the foundation for a truly strong album.”
After years of anticipation, Ian Parry proudly returns with “Legacy Of Empires”, the powerful new chapter of the acclaimed Consortium Project series. An ambitious and cinematic work of progressive metal, the album represents a triumphant comeback for one of the genre’s most visionary and concept-driven artists.
Parry stated: “‘Legacy of Empires’ not only celebrates my 45th year as a professional singer-songwriter but also allows me to revisit and finally complete the sixth chapter of the Consortium Project saga. The challenge with every Consortium Project album is to match the quality of the previous releases while bringing something new to the music. I believe “Legacy Of Empires” achieves exactly that.” “Being able to reunite musicians who have been part of the Consortium Project journey for decades, alongside outstanding new collaborators, made this album a very special experience”, he added.
Combining epic storytelling, emotional depth and virtuosic musicianship, “Legacy Of Empires” explores themes of power, legacy, conflict and the rise and fall of civilizations through a rich and dynamic musical landscape. From majestic symphonic passages to crushing progressive metal riffs and soaring melodic arrangements, the album captures the spirit of classic concept albums while pushing the Consortium Project sound into bold new territory.
The record features an exceptional international lineup, including members of Vanden Plas, Kamelot and former members of Pain of Salvation, whose distinctive musical identities contribute to the album’s expansive and dramatic atmosphere. Their performances elevate the project into a truly immersive experience, balancing technical brilliance with raw emotional intensity.
At the center of it all stands Ian Parry, whose unmistakable voice and artistic vision continue to define the Consortium Project legacy. With “Legacy Of Empires”, Parry once again demonstrates his ability to unite world-class musicians under a singular creative direction, delivering an album that is both grandiose in scale and deeply personal in spirit.
“Legacy Of Empires” is destined to resonate with fans of sophisticated, melodic and emotionally heavy music. The album marks an exciting new era for Ian Parry’s Consortium Project, reaffirming its place among the most ambitious projects in the progressive metal scene.
“Legacy Of Empires” Tracklist:
1. The Constellation Of The Stars 2. Legacy Of Empires 3. A Declaration Of Independence 4. Gods From The Heavens Above 5. A Kingdom For Heroes 6. Pyramids Of Power 7. The Secrets Of Creation 8. Awake The Forgotten Souls 9. The Burden Of Truth 10. Nature’s Eyes
Line Up: IAN PARRY – Lead, harmony & choir vocals all songs. Midi synth strings & organ on tracks; 1 & 5. STEPHAN LILL – Rhythm, solo guitars on tracks 1, 3, 4, 5 & 8. Keyboards on tracks; 3,4 & 8. JOHANN CADOT – Rhythm, acoustic guitars & Keyboards on tracks 2, 7 & bonus 11. Backing vocals on tracks; 2,3,4,5,7, 8 & Japanese acoustic bonus track 11. LUCA SELLITTO – Rhythm, acoustic, solo guitar & strings on tracks; 6,9 &10. Backing vocals on tracks; 2,3,4,5,7 & 8. ALLAN SØRENSEN – Drums on all tracks (except track 10). ANDREAS PASSMARK – Bass guitars on tracks; 5 & 6. FRANKY RUMMLER – Bass guitars on tracks; 3,4 & 8.
GUEST MUSICIANS; Bass guitars – JAN BIJLSMA – performs on track 8. KRIS GILDENLÖW – performs on track 2. ROBERT FINAN – performs on track 10. CARMINE VIVO – performs on track 9.
Drums – CASEY GRILLO – performs on track 10.
Keyboards – PETER JAN KLEEVENS – performs Hammond organ on track 6. STEFAN WEISSMULLER – performs piano & strings on track 10.
Guitars – PATRICK RONDAT – performs solo guitar on track 2. MANOLO ARIAS – performs solo guitar on track 7.
Vocals – OMBELINE DUPRAT – Performs choir & harmony vocals on tracks; 2, 4, 5, 7 & Japanese acoustic bonus track 11. BRENDA DAVIS – Performs lead & harmony vocals on track 10.
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