Symphonic metal frontrunners EPICA return with a spellbinding 3rd single off their upcoming album, Aspiral, which will see the light of day on April 11th. ‘T.I.M.E.’ is a track that takes listeners on a journey through self-discovery, as the title stands for “Transformation, Integration, Metamorphosis and Evolution” and delves into the art of dying – more specifically, the death of the ego, and the necessary steps one must take to achieve personal and spiritual growth.
Bringing this vision to life is the new music video created by Dave Letelier, which captures the song’s haunting aesthetic: https://fanlink.tv/epicatime
In support of their new album, EPICA have announced multiple tours worldwide. The cycle will kick off in Paris on April 12th at a sold-out EPICA experience before the band is heading to North America for three showcase appearances and continuing with a Mexican tour.
Tickets and VIP upgrades are available from epica.nl/tour
EPICA + AMARANTHE– Arcane Dimensions Tour With special guest Charlotte Wessels’ The Obsession
16.01.26 – DE, Cologne – Palladium 17.01.26 – DE, Munich – Zenith 18.01.26 – BE, Brussels – Forest National 20.01.26 – UK, Bristol – Bristol Beacon 21.01.26 – UK, Glasgow – Barrowlands 23.01.26 – UK, Manchester – O2 Apollo 24.01.26 – UK, London – Eventim Apollo 25.01.26 – FR, Paris – Le Zenith 27.01.26 – CH, Zurich – Halle 662 28.01.26 – IT, Milan – Alcatraz 30.01.26 – ES, Barcelona – Razzmatazz 1 31.01.26 – ES, Madrid – Sala La Riviera 01.02.26 – PT, Lisbon – Coliseu dos Recreios 03.02.26 – FR, Toulouse – Bikini Toulouse 04.02.26 – FR, Lyon – Radiant-Bellevue 06.02.26 – DE, Ludwigsburg – MHP Arena 07.02.26 – NL, Amsterdam – Ziggo Dome 06.03.26 – DE, Hamburg – Inselpark Arena 07.03.26 – DE, Leipzig – Haus Auensee 08.03.26 – DE, Berlin – Columbiahalle 10.03.26 – DK, Copenhagen – Poolen 11.03.26 – SE, Stockholm – Fallan 13.03.26 – FI, Oulu – Tapahtumakeskus Tullisali 14.03.26 – FI, Helsinki – Black Box 15.03.26 – EE, Tallinn – Helitehas 22.03.26 – DE, Frankfurt am Main – Jahrhunderthalle
Australian-Swedish death metal juggernaut D.E.A.D has dropped the official music video for “Dead”, a track ripped straight from their ferocious album Of Vile and Hate, out now via Wormholedeath.
“Dead” is a savage death metal onslaught, dragging a tormented soul from decay into cursed rebirth. It reflects transformation through suffering, where pain breeds power and the past is left in ruin.
Brutal, raw, and merciless—D.E.A.D delivers pure death metal carnage.
The video was recorded at The Lab in Adelaide, South Australia. It was filmed and edited by Anthony James. The technical operator on the day was Isaac Ray.
Forged in the darkness of the 2020 pandemic, D.E.A.D is a brutal death metal duo delivering unrelenting sonic destruction. Formed by Niels (Sweden) and Adam (Australia), two kindred spirits with a shared vision of extreme metal chaos, the band thrives on delivering raw, uncompromising death metal straight from the depths of isolation. No frills. No compromise. Just pure, unfiltered death metal fury.
Toilet Ov Hell is hosting the exclusive full stream of “Supplicium”, the brand new album from ADE. Release today, on March 14th, 2025, via Time To Kill Records, the record sees the band refining their signature blend of ancient Roman grandeur and technical death metal ferocity. With epic atmospheres, blistering riffs, and relentless intensity, “Supplicium” is a triumphant march into battle—where history and brutality collide.
True to their musical identity, the band continues to explore the allure of ancient Rome, weaving tales of battles, sacrifices, and glory into a powerful and immersive narrative.
“Supplicium” represents a perfect balance between tradition and modernity. On one hand, the lyrical concept and epic atmospheres transport the listener to the age of the Roman Empire, evoking visions of triumphant marches and blood-soaked arenas. On the other hand, the sound becomes increasingly technical and refined, with tight riffs, relentless rhythmic sections, and flawless production that enhances every detail.
The album, crafted with meticulous care, succeeds in combining the brutality of death metal with highly complex instrumental passages, showcasing a band in constant evolution.
With “Supplicium”, ADE reaffirm their role as champions of a death metal where historical tradition and modern sound coexist, creating an experience that is both ferocious and captivating.
Tracklist:
01. Ave Dis Pater 02. Burnt Before Gods 03. Ad Bestias! 04. Let There Be Oblivion 05. Vinum 06. Patibula 07. Quartered By Chariots 08. Oderint Dum Metuant 09. From Fault To Disfigurement 10. Taedium Vivere
ADE is an Italian death metal band forged in 2008. Right from the start, the band chose Ancient Rome as the focus of its themes and main source of inspiration: visually, musically and lyrically. The inclusion of traditional melodies and folk instruments gives the band’s technical death metal a strong epic character.
ADE have released four full-length albums so far: “Prooemium Sanguine” (2010), “Spartacus” (2013, featuring George Kollias as guest drummer), “Carthago delenda est” (2016) and “Rise of the Empire” (2019).
Known for their intense, dynamic, and interactive live performances, the Italian act has already made their mark on concert halls and festivals across Europe, sharing the stage with renowned acts such as Behemoth, Morbid Angel, Asphyx, Possessed, Hypocrisy and many more and performing at legends festivals such as Wacken Open Air (2009), Mass Deathruction Festival (2014), Inferno Metal Festival, Fosch Fest (2015) and more recently Stonehenge Festival (2023).
Drowning Pool, the legendary band known for their high-octane performances and chart-topping hits, is celebrating the enduring legacy of their iconic 2001 single, “Bodies,” with the release of an official lyric video. The track, from the band’s debut album Sinner, is featured in the trailer for the upcoming season of the Paramount+ thriller drama series Yellowjackets.
“Bodies” also made it’s way on to the American Idol stage as contestant Kobyn Melton performed Drowning Pool’s “Bodies” with Carrie Underwood offering support.
Released on June 5, 2001, Sinner went platinum the same year, and “Bodies” remains one of the band’s most popular tracks. As the album approaches its 25th anniversary, Drowning Pool is continuing to maintain their place in rock history with an exciting lineup of new releases and live shows.
“Bodies” faced misinterpretations and controversy, with its lyrics taken out of context. Nevertheless, their music has persisted, embraced by the very culture that birthed it. “Bodies” remains an enduring anthem, not just for Drowning Pool but for metal culture as a whole. Its legacy lives on, inspiring new generations of fans. Guitarist C.J. Pierce captures the essence of their dedication: “I’d play ‘Bodies’ five times a night if people really wanted it that bad!” The song’s timeless appeal transcends generations, resonating with both the seasoned and the fresh-faced.
In addition to the lyric video release, Drowning Pool is hitting the road in support of Godsmack for their Spring 2025 European tour. The tour will kick off on March 22, 2025, at Arena Sofia in Sofia, Bulgaria. Fans attending the shows will have the exclusive opportunity to meet the band through VIP meet and greet packages available for this run.
Watch the official lyric video for the iconic Drowning Pool track “Bodies”, taken from the album Sinner (2001):
Drowning Pool Tour Dates:
22-Mar-2025 Bulgaria – Sofia, Arena Sofia 24-Mar-2025 Romania – Bucharest, Arena Laminor 26-Mar-2025 Hungary – Budapest, Barba Negra 27-Mar-2025 Poland – Gliwice, PreZero Arena Gliwice 29-Mar-2025 Austria – Vienna, Gasometer 30-Mar-2025 Croatia – Zagreb, Bocarski Dom 01-Apr-2025 Czech Republic – Prague, Lucerna Hall 02-Apr-2025 Germany – Munich, Zenith 04-Apr-2025 Germany – Berlin, Columbiahalle 05-Apr-2025 Germany – Offenbach, Stadthalle 07-Apr-2025 England – London, Eventim Apollo 09-Apr-2025 Belgium – Brussels, Forest National 11-Apr-2025 Germany – Hamburg, Inselpark Arena 12-Apr-2025 Germany – Oberhausen, Turbinenhalle
Drowning Pool, a name etched in the score of modern rock history, roars back into the spotlight with thunderous energy and uncompromising power. The band’s unmistakable sound, synonymous with raw energy and unapologetic attitude, returns to captivate audiences once again.
Known for their iconic anthem “Bodies,” Drowning Pool needs no introduction. This breakout single propelled them to international recognition, leaving an indelible mark on the nu metal landscape. The song’s relentless energy and defiant spirit resonated with a generation, becoming an anthem for moshers, metalheads, and fans of electrifying live performances.
Ryan McCombs played a pivotal role in the band’s evolution, joining their ranks in the aftermath of the tragic loss of beloved frontman Dave Williams. His powerful vocals and charismatic stage presence breathed new life into Drowning Pool, solidifying their status as metal titans. Songs like “37 Stitches,” “Feel Like I Do,” and “Turn So Cold” catapulted them to new heights, earning them a place among the genre’s heavyweights.
Yet, Drowning Pool’s story is not just about music; it’s a testament to enduring friendships and a shared passion for their craft. Ryan’s return to the band in 2023 marks a reunion of kindred spirits, a return to the roots of their musical journey. As he succinctly puts it, “Just being back in the same room together after so many years… was a quick reminder as to why I considered them to be my best friends in the business back in the day.”
Drowning Pool’s return is a testament to the enduring power of their music, a reminder that their unapologetic spirit continues to strike chords with audiences worldwide. The band experienced a triumphant resurgence in 2023 and with new music on the horizon, a 2024/25 calendar proving that the demand for the band isn’t about to slow down.., Drowning Pool has a white knuckle grip on their present and future with no plans to slow down.
Half California, half the Netherlands-based instrumental progressive metal-fusion quartet, QUADVIUM, formed by American bass player Steve Di Giorgio (Testament, Death) and Dutch bass player Jeroen Paul Thesseling (Obscura, Pestilence), reveals details of its much anticipated debut studio album, “Tetradōm”, set for release on May 30th via Agonia Records. The band is currently filming a music video for the album’s first single, which will be released later this month.
“We had an intention many many years ago to make some music together… to feature two predominately multistring fretless bass players playing in duet form,” QUADVIUM bassists Steve and Jeroen comment. “That is to say, neither being «rhythm bass & lead bass» nor some trading off hot solo licks mess. But easier said than done! While hanging out, we exchanged some thoughts about how it would be to form a group to support our bass-ic needs. At that time it was just a spontaneous idea, but over the years the topic was brought up again and again. This vision was blurry at best and it took us a long time to not only imagine how to feature the bass in this way, but more importantly – who would share in this concept with us. Yuma is an old acquaintance and lucky for us, he needed this project to add to his list of a thousand others! But having a drummer that understood that 2 bass players would be filling the sonic spectrum, he was undaunted in contributing the backbone as well as keeping our outlandish ideas in check. After a long search for the next musician, a gold mine was found on Instagram reels by the name of Eve. Some of the most insane guitar (and bass!) videos we ever saw inspired us to ask if this was a project worth joining… not only did we have our final member aboard, but a studio genius and the main composer of this strategy we had so long ago, who brought it all together and focused everything into the album we are so proud to share with you now. Thanks to the solid support from Agonia Records for supporting our dream and making this album a reality! Fans of instrumental progressive metal fusion – and fretless bass! – will surely enjoy these musical journeys.”
Steve Di Giorgio and Jeroen Paul Thesseling are both innovators in bringing a different style of fretless bass playing to metal. Launching a band with two predominantly multi-string fretless bass players is no common occurrence, and the bass-duo felt they needed to take very special and deliberate time to get the right alignment with who is participating and what will be the end result – meaning the right sound and composition to represent this rare vision. Over time, together with Dutch master drummer Yuma van Eekelen (Our Oceans, Pestilence) and American guitar virtuoso/composer Eve (Myth Of I, Kaathe) – whose contribution and expertise play a huge part of QUADVIUM – the music began to take shape. The line-up is just the right blend to mix the delicate balance of such a heavy aural offering and a full vocabulary of high level constructed pieces.
“Tetradōm” was recorded and produced by Eve and co-produced by Yuma van Eekelen. The album was mastered by Dereck Blackburn at Quiethouse Recording. Travis Smith (Amorphis, King Diamond, Cynic) created the album’s artwork and layout.
Tracklisting:
Moksha
Náströnd
Apophis
Ghardus
Adhyasa
Sarab
Eidolon
Pre-orders & 1st single: coming late March
Line-up: Eve – guitar, sound design Steve Di Giorgio – bass Jeroen Paul Thesseling – bass Yuma van Eekelen – drums
LO-PAN unload the new track ‘Northern Eyes‘ as the final advance single taken from the American hard rockers’ forthcoming album “Get Well Soon“. The new full-length from the long-running foursome from Columbus, Ohio has been slated for release on April 4, 2025 via Magnetic Eye Records. Pre-order your copy at:http://lnk.spkr.media/lo-pan-get-well
The track ‘Northern Eyes‘ channels a hint of Grunge and TOOL, and you can listen here:
“Northern eyes is about light vs. dark and the ongoing war for hearts and minds“, vocalistJeff Martin explains.
“This song is a great example of how we like to balance odd time signatures with steady rhythms to keep things sounding like waves crashing“, bass playerScott Thompson adds.
“I love playing this song live because of the wide open cymbal work that just turns to distorted noise“, drummer Jesse Bartz gets the final word.
Tracklist
The Good Fight
Northern Eyes
Wormwood
Ozymandias
Rogue Wave
Harpers Ferry
Stay with the Boat
God’s Favorite Victim
Six Bells
Recording by Joe Viers at Sonic Lounge, Grove City, Columbus OH (US) Mix by Andrew Schneider at ACRE Audio, New York City, NY (US) Mastering by Carl Saff at Saff Mastering, Chicago, IL (US)
Cover photography by Heidi Shapiro Layout & Art Direction by Chris Smith (Grey Aria Design)
Up for a catchy tune? LO-PAN deliver them in droves! The four-piece from Columbus, Ohio in the United States have long been known for their powerful blend of driving rhythms, melodic vocals, and immersive sonic landscapes, and with “Get Well Soon”, they add captivating songwriting to the list.
Since 2005, LO-PAN have laboured hard to earn a reputation as one of the most consistent and compelling acts in the modern heavy scene with their blue-collar ethic and singular artistic vision, which is strongly felt on “Get Well Soon”.
On this album, LO-PAN further define their brand of American Hard Rock, a wicked stylistic mix of deep fried heaviness sprinkled with metal and grunge, all fused through captivating songwriting into an irresistible fifth album.
LO-PAN came together in the vibrant underground Columbus scene out of a shared love of vintage rock, stoner metal, and modern heaviness. The four musicians were united by a passion for pushing boundaries. It was no accident that they took their name from the sorcerous villain in the cult film “Big Trouble in Little China” as the band set out to blend cinematic drama with larger-than-life energy.
From their earliest days, LO-PAN distinguished themselves with an intense live presence and a sound that combined classic rock grit with the crushing weight of stoner and doom influences. LO-PAN‘s 2009 debut album “Sasquanaut” was an immediate breakout, earning praise for its infectious hooks and monumental grooves, and established the band as a force to be reckoned with in the heavy underground.
The sophomore full-length “Salvador” (2011) solidified their reputation, showcasing a more refined sound and greater musical maturity. 2014’s “Colossus” represented a significant leap forward, pushing into new territories with tighter arrangements and more expansive production by Andrew Schneider (PELICAN, UNSANE et al.).
In 2019, LO-PAN released “Subtle”, which marked another evolution of their sound. The band dared to take risks by exploring new emotional depths through a more introspective and atmospheric approach, which paid off with critics and fans alike.
LO-PAN have toured and shared stages with such heavyweights as HIGH ON FIRE, TORCHE, and RED FANG, among many others, and have taken their high-energy performances to audiences across the United States and Europe.
“Get Well Soon” heralds another great leap forward for LO-PAN. Heavy, cool, catchy, and with a marked emotional resonance developed through experience and maturity, “Get Well Soon” will take the Americans to new places around the globe.
LO-PAN Album Release US Tour 04/04/2025 Columbus, OH (US) Ace of Cups 05/04/2025 Dayton, OH (US) Blind Bobs 18/04/2025 Newport, KY (US) Southgate House 19/04/2025 Lexington, KY (US) Al’s Bar 25/04/2025 Cleveland, OH (US) Grog Shop
Line-up Jeff Martin – vocals Chris Thompson – guitar Scott Thompson – bass Jesse Bartz – drums
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