Alternative metal sensation ENTHEOS is pleased to unleash their spellbinding new video for the track “Hell Is A Part Of Me” from their equally enthralling new full-length Empty On The Inside, out now on Metal Blade Records.
Comments vocalist Chaney Crabb, “‘Hell is A Part of Me’ is about taking ownership of your own darkness. It’s about acknowledging those parts of yourself rather than pretending they don’t exist. So much of life can make people feel like they need to hide their darker side in order to be worthy of acceptance, but this song pushes against that idea. It’s about understanding that pain can be something that you acknowledge within yourself, but it doesn’t define who you are. For us this song feels like a statement and really encompasses the spirit of our band as a whole with catchy riffs, anthemic choruses and a heavy breakdown.”
Watch ENTHEOS‘ “Hell Is A Part Of Me” video, directed by Malcolm Pugh:
Watch the band’s previously released video for “Golden Crown” HERE and “Undone” HERE
Empty On The Inside is the most ambitious and fully realized album of ENTHEOS‘ career. Featuring vocalist Chaney Crabb (voice actress for Jill Valentine in Dead By Daylight) and multi-instrumentalist Navene Koperweis (ex-Animals As Leaders, Animosity), alongside guitarists Scott Carstairs (Fallujah) and Michael Stancel (Allegaeon), the record captures the band at their most collaborative and creatively unified.
Empty On The Inside was produced by Mark Lewis (The Black Dahlia Murder, Fallujah, Whitechapel) and mastered by Justin Sturtz at Sterling Sound. The album’s striking visual artwork was created by Zac Shiffer (Nine Inch Nails, Behemoth, Soundgarden).
Empty On The Inside Track Listing: 01. Hell Is a Part of Me 02. Empty on the Inside 03. Hollow 04. Call My Name 05. Golden Crown 06. Undone 07. Tomblight (feat. Michael Lessard) 08. Pale Faith 09. Never Let Me Go 10. The Earth Will Move
ENTHEOS will return to the road in January on a North American tour supporting TesseracT with additional support from Sunborn. Tickets are on sale now. See all confirmed dates below.
ENTHEOS w/ TesseracT, Sunborn: 1/07/2027 Irving Plaza – New York, NY 1/08/2027 Paradise Rock Club – Boston, MA 1/09/2027 Beanfield Theatre – Montreal, QC 1/10/2027 Concert Hall – Toronto, ON 1/12/2027 Baltimore Soundstage – Baltimore, MD 1/13/2027 The Underground – Charlotte, NC 1/15/2027 Buckhead Theatre – Atlanta, GA 1/16/2027 Beacham – Orlando, FL 1/18/2027 House of Blues – Houston, TX 1/19/2027 Echo – Dallas, TX 1/20/2027 Aztec Theatre – San Antonio, TX 1/22/2027 Nile Theater – Mesa, AZ 1/23/2027 The Belasco – Los Angeles, CA 1/24/2027 The Fillmore – San Francisco, CA 1/26/2027 Roseland Theater – Portland, OR 1/27/2027 Neptune – Seattle, WA 1/29/2027 The Depot – Salt Lake City, UT 1/31/2027 Summit Music Hall – Denver, CO
Swedish metal legends AMON AMARTH‘s highly acclaimed album The Allfather Awakens has swept the charts across the globe. Released at the top of October via Metal Blade Records, The Allfather Awakens currently sits at #1 Hard Rock in the U.S., Canada, Sweden, #1 Rock/Metal in Germany, plus #8 Top Digital Albums and #13 Indie Store Albums in the U.S. Additional highlights include #2 Rock & Metal Albums and #6 Independent Albums in the U.K., #5 Top 100 Charts in Switzerland, #2 Top 40 Charts in Austria, #8 Top Digital Albums in Australia and more.
From Amon Amarth‘s 1992 formation in Tumba, Sweden, to the worldwide fame they’ve found in the ensuing years, their lyrical, live and recorded musical legacy speaks for itself. Three decades in and Amon Amarth are larger and more vital than ever. The Allfather Awakens stands as another essential entry in the metal titans’ discography. It’s another step up, introducing previously untried efforts, an impressive and conscious musical and lyrical feat.
The Allfather Awakens Artwork by Tom Thiel
Amon Amarth are currently performing The Allfather Awakens with an entirely new production inspired by Oden’s legendary Golden Hall, transforming their iconic concert experience into a living extension of the new album. See below for a full list of worldwide dates; visit HERE for tickets and more info.
As with previous records, Oden, the Norse “all father” who is a deity of war, wisdom, death, magic, and poetry, is the through-line in Amon Amarth‘s lyrics and artwork. Once again, Oden is the band’s inspiration, but The Allfather Awakens is not a concept album, rather a collection of historically inspired epic tales of conflict and sacrifice for a greater good.
The Allfather Awakens includes Amon Amarth‘s first-ever acoustic excursion “Upphaf” which carries the solemnity of an oral history whispered under the shadow of the Allfather. The album’s following singles “Gjallarhorn” and “Eight Legs of Thunder” arrived as furious Amon Amarth classics. The album’s final focus track “The Allfather Awakes” encompasses the album’s overall theme – “wisdom, knowledge and facts need to become the guide for the future,” cautions frontman and lyricist Johan Hegg.
To gain wisdom beyond mortal comprehension, Oden made the ultimate sacrifice – gouging out his own eye and casting it into the Well of Wisdom, Mímisbrunnr, in exchange for cosmic insight and foresight that would shape the fate of gods and men alike. Now, Amon Amarth bring that ancient reckoning to life and they are extending Oden’s offer to you. Those who received the eye know what must be done. Those who did not: seek it out. Sacrifice your sight. Gain your foresight.
Amon Amarth took a new songwriting approach for The Allfather Awakens. The album came to life across two recording sessions, months apart, at producer Jacob Hansen’s studio in Denmark. Amon Amarth began writing songs while touring, rather than waiting until they were off the road. The writing and recording process allowed the musicians to intensely focus on each track, resulting in an album where each song was treated as a single. Guitar-wise, Amon Amarth opted for a slightly less modern approach sonically, moving away from 5150 amps and back to Marshalls. The music was written before the lyrics, setting the tone for the words.
Amon Amarth Live Dates, remaining shows: Oct 29: Poland – Gliwice, PreZero Arena Gliwice Oct 30: Germany – Leipzig, Quarterback Immobilien Arena Oct 31: Germany – Oberhausen, Rudolf Weber Arena Nov 02: Hungary – Budapest, Barba Negra Nov 03: Austria – Vienna, Gasometer Nov 04: Germany – Bamberg, Brose Arena Nov 06: Czech Republic – Prague, O2 Universum Nov 07: Germany – Berlin, Velodrom Nov 08: Germany – Munich, Zenith Nov 10: Italy – Milan, Alcatraz Nov 11: Switzerland – Zurich, The Hall Nov 13: Spain – Barcelona, Sant Jordi Club Nov 14: Spain – Madrid, Vistalegre Nov 15: Portugal – Lisbon, Sala Tejo
Amon Amarth Lineup: Johan Hegg – Vocals Olavi Mikkonen – Guitar Johan Söderberg – Guitar Ted Lundström – Bass Jocke Wallgren – Drums
More about Amon Amarth and their cultural influence From Amon Amarth‘s 1992 formation in Tumba, Sweden, to the worldwide fame they’ve found in the ensuing years, their lyrical, live and recorded musical legacy speaks for itself. Over the past few years the band have performed globally and alongside legendary acts such as Slayer, Iron Maiden, Slipknot, Pantera in addition to monumental takeovers of Los Angeles’ The Forum and Denver’s historic Red Rocks Amphitheatre to name a few. Across seas, Amon Amarth have headlined multiple major rock and metal fests including an epic performance at Germany’s Wacken in 2024 for 85,000. Elsewhere on UK/European soil, the Viking lords have twice headlined the UK’s storied Bloodstock festival, made four appearances at Download (2008 – 2019), and performed at Summer Breeze eight times (2003 – 2024) – six of them as headliner.
Their rapidly increasing sales and touring numbers, plus pre-release buzz to Amon Amarth‘s 2026 North American tour with Dethklok and Castle Rat, has managed to garner mainstream success without sacrificing either of their constantly evolving creativity or heaviness. Audience demographics run the gamut from pre-teens to 60-somethings, an inclusive metal experience for those who appreciate epic positivity and powerfully inspirational lyrics.
Their cultural influence cannot be overstated. To wit: The Row. The consensus is that the legendary “Viking row” by audience members first began during the 2009 Amon Amarth set at Bloodstock. Fans get on the ground and, in unison, imitate rowing an invisible longship in a powerfully unifying experience. With the 2022 release of the single and video “Put Your Back into the Oar,” Hegg said, “we thought it was a good idea to write a song about The Row! This one is for you, the fans, wherever you are-and may Oden guide you as you row to your destiny in uncharted seas!“
Over the years the phenomenon has spread to other artist’s’ concerts and global events including 2026 World Cup audiences – but thanks to video footage, it’s safe to say Amon Amarth audiences began the now-iconic trend. Last month, Hegg spoke to Norway’s public broadcaster NRK about the The Row‘s origin, read the interview HERE.
Michale Graves, best known for his time as the frontman of the legendary horror punk band Misfits, has announced a new run of tour dates spanning late 2026 and early 2027. The upcoming shows will bring Graves to stages across the country, featuring a mix of live performances and dates on his “Everybody Love Everybody Acoustic Tour.”
“John 13:34 Love one another. Just as I have loved you, you also are to love one another. Everybody Love Everybody is more than the name of this tour-it’s a message I believe we desperately need right now. Jesus said, “Love one another; as I have loved you, you are also to love one another. ” That’s the heart of what I want to share on this tour.
I build the experience around the music that I know my fans love and want to hear. I love to tell some of the stories behind the songs and share in the connections to it all.
My shows and appearances don’t put up walls or enforce labels; there is no boundary of entry. Just people coming together around a shared love of music and song. Come as you are, bring a friend, and leave the differences at the door,” says Graves.
The newly announced dates kick off October 30 in Los Angeles, CA, followed by a Halloween performance in Oxnard, CA. The tour continues in November with a series of acoustic performances across Florida, Louisiana, Texas, New Mexico, and California, before heading east for additional dates in New York and Pennsylvania. The run continues into 2027 with a January 15 performance at the Rome Theatre in Rome, NY.
Known for his distinctive voice, commanding stage presence, and contributions to the Misfits’ late-1990s era, Graves continues to connect with fans through his solo work and live performances.
OCTOBER 30TH WHISKEY A GO-GO LOS ANGELES,CA OCTOBER 31ST MRS OLSONS OXNARD,CA
EVERYBODY LOVE EVERYBODY ACOUSTIC TOUR
NOVEMBER 6TH CHARBOOZIES FLAGLER BEACH, FL NOVEMBER 7TH CHARBOOZIES FLAGLER BEACH, FL NOVEMBER 8TH MUTINY OCALA, FL NOVEMBER 10TH FREE TOWN BOOM BOOM LAFAYETTE, LA NOVEMBER 12TH LIBERTY TREE TAVERN ELGIN, TX NOVEMBER 13TH PRIVATE EVENT SAN ANOTNIO, TX NOVEMBER 14TH TOP BOX LIVE PHARR, TX NOVEMBER 16TH PRIVATE EVENT YUMA, AZ NOVMEBER 17TH CREO ARTS LIVE ALAMOGORDO, NM NOVEMBER 19TH HUMBLE FARMER IMPERIAL, CA NOVEMBER 24TH PINEAPPLE JACKS GATES, NY
DECEMBER 16TH FAIR PLAY DISTTILERY WILLIAMSPORT, PA DECEMBER 17TH THE RACEHORSE TAVERN THOMASVILLE, PA
With Blind Bird tickets selling out in no time and just three weeks since its first band announcement, DESERTFEST BERLIN is already turning up the volume with another massive lineup wave for its 2027 edition, taking place May 14–16 at Columbia Venues Berlin!
With the Belgian trio BRUTUS returning to stages in 2027, they’re joining the already stacked 2027 DESERTFEST BERLIN lineup alongside more female power from the United States from KYLESA, WINDHAND and THE WELL, the great Greek 1000MODS, German heavy psychedelic legends COLOUR HAZE, scene favorites RICKSHAW BILLIE’S BURGER PATROL, KANAAN, PSYCHLONA and many more to follow in the next weeks!
As if that wasn’t enough, this killer new wave joins an already stacked lineup featuring MELVINS, A PLACE TO BURY STRANGERS, HÄLLAS, BONGRIPPER and many more. What was already shaping up to be a colossal weekend of heavy music has just gotten even bigger, setting the stage for another unforgettable edition of DESERTFEST BERLIN.
Following a packed 2026 edition that saw two out of three festival days sell out completely, demand for 2027 is already picking up serious speed. With Blind Bird tickets gone and weekend passes moving faster than ever, don’t wait too long to secure yours and be part of the heavy madness in Berlin next May!
DESERTFEST Berlin 2027 14. – 16. May 2027 Columbia Venues (Columbiahalle + Columbia Theater + Outdoor Stage) Columbiadamm 9-11, 10965 Berlin-Bezirk Tempelhof-Schöneberg
Lineup:
MELVINS / BRUTUS / KYLESA / 1000MODS / HÄLLAS / WINDHAND / BONGRIPPER / COLOUR HAZE / SMOKE BLOW / A PLACE TO BURY STRANGERS / VILLAGERS OF IOANNINA CITY / GNOME / INTER ARMA / RICKSHAW BILLIE’S BURGER PATROL / THE WELL / PRIMITIVE RING / KANAAN / PSYCHLONA / THE SPOOKY EYES / CARDIEL / PINK FUZZ / SPECK / VINNUM SABBATHI
Desertfest is an international beacon of heavy music for over a decade now, since the foundation of an collaborate idea in 2012 by STEAKguitarist Reece Tee, starting DESERTFEST LONDON and by Matte Vandeven – bassist of My Sleeping Karma and founder of Sound of Liberation – promoting the first DESERTFEST BERLIN. Since then the festivals grew in scale and so did the Desertfest family, with independent festivals rising from the stoner underground all over the world in Norway, Belgium and the USA. Not as affiliated sub-festivals, just established by like-minded people, who’d give blood to push the heavy underground music scene just like Matte and Reece have all those years.
DESERTFEST BERLIN had it’s own journey, starting in 2012 with the first edition’s opening night at the legendary old Festsaal Kreuzberg, which tragically burned down about a year later as well as Astra Kulturhaus, which has opened the festival doors until 2017. Before a mandatory break during the epidemic the festival sized up to the larger Arena in Treptow in 2018 and 2019 with two absolute massive festival editions, before finding it’s new home in 2022 at Columbia Venues, where the festival grew to the legendary scene gathering we know today.
For many years the festival is promoted in collaboration with the local agency Greyzone Concerts. But already since it’s inception DESERTFEST BERLIN is a dark sanctuary to heavy music fanatics coming to Berlin from all over Europe with the most sought after bands of the entire heavy music spectrum blessing the DESERTFEST BERLIN stage each year, like SLEEP, ELECTRIC WIZARD, SAINT VITUS, PENTAGRAM, FU MANCHU, YOB, UNCLE ACID & THE DEADBEATS, ORANGE GOBLIN, RUSSIAN CIRCLES and BRANT BJÖRK, just to name a few.
Besides the legends, DESERTFEST BERLIN always highlights a wide range of bands from the genres stoner, doom, sludge, desert rock, heavy blues, psychedelic, progressive as well as heavy rock and always shines a spotlight on the heaviest scene favorites and hottest newcomer bands in the scene, because it’s all about keeping the scene alive! To many more years of Desertfests around the world: See you at Columbia Venues Berlin from May 14th to 16th 2027!
Photo by Claudia Godoy – edited by Santiago Ramonda
Melodic hard rockers Stormwarning are excited to announce the release of their highly anticipated sophomore album, “Future In Utopia”, out on January 22, 2027, via Frontiers Music Srl.
The new single, “Forged In Ice And Fire”, along with an official visualizer, is out today, giving fans a taste of the upcoming record.
Sergio Mazul commented: “Forged In Ice And Fire” is a song inspired by the challenges we all face in life. People and situations who takes us for breaking points, beyond our limits: broken trust, broken heart, broken dreams… Disappointments all around and you need to reborn, sometimes, dozens of times in one life. Restart from the absolute zero. Gave a filter of who or what you give permission to stay close and walk by your side since then. And yes, you can consider that there’s a lot of my personal experiences inside. But I’m sure Santiago and Marcelo faced similar situations and all Stormwarning’s audience, as well. Is a “call to arms” to everyone who forged themselves as steel, those who never surrender in search of their dreams!” “Forged In Ice And Fire” is an anthem of resilience and rebirth. A powerful reminder that no matter how much life puts us through, we can always rise again, stronger than before. The perfect soundtrack for anyone who refuses to surrender”, added Santiago Ramonda.
With “Future In Utopia”, Stormwarning return with their second album, once again showcasing the talent and unmistakable vocal presence of Santiago Ramonda.
Building on the foundations of their debut, the new record takes the band’s melodic hard rock sound to a more mature and confident level, combining powerful guitars, polished production, memorable melodies and an abundance of strong, hook-driven songwriting.
The album was once again produced by Sergio Mazul and Marcelo Gelbcke, whose work helps give the record its powerful, polished and contemporary sound.
Marcelo Gelbcke stated: “Future In Utopia” represents a significant step forward for Stormwarning. The songwriting and arrangements have matured, and the production is more elaborate, while the futuristic concept gives the album a stronger identity. Each song has its own personality, from the cinematic atmosphere of “Shine And Shade” and the epic journey of “Argonaut” to the classic 80s feeling of “Mystical” and the high-energy drive of “Night Drive Therapy”. “Victory Is Mine” opens the album with an anthemic statement, while “Forged In Ice And Fire” captures the classic Stormwarning sound with a powerful mid-tempo groove and a huge chorus.”
“The entire band delivered outstanding performances”, he added. “Felipe Souza, my longtime bandmate in Landfall, brings incredible technique, power and musicality to the drums. Santiago Ramonda has also grown tremendously as a vocalist, delivering an outstanding performance with remarkable range, power and emotion. He was much more involved in the creative process this time, contributing extensively to the vocal lines and bringing another dimension to the album. I’m incredibly proud of what we created together and excited for everyone to hear this new chapter of Stormwarning.”
Sergio Mazul also said: “Future In Utopia” means a huge step into the future, in comparison with Stormwarning’s first album; and I’m not speaking about the landscape of Blade Runner or that vision from the 80’s of what would happen with the world after the year 2000: I’m speaking about evolution. “Shine And Shade” is a true crime and 80’s serial killer thriller inspired by the scary Nightstalker (with a Hollywood shape). There are references to the FUTURE WORLD in amazing songs like “Timecop”, the title track or even “Enter The Cyber City”.
“Victory Is Mine” and “Forged In Ice And Fire” are songs about highs and lows and intense life experiences, “Argonaut” and the ballad “Lovelorn’s Pyre” are EPIC Hard Rock anthems inspired by movies and bands like TEN and the 80’s roller-coaster enjoys the entusiasts with “Mystical” and “Night Drive Therapy”. If you sum all this inspiration coming to life from me and Marcelo and includes Santiago singing like never before, putting his soul, contributions with hundreds of ideas and details during all the process, the result is one UNIQUE album that we consider one of the best musical works of our entire careers”, he added. “I’m really curious to know how the experience of Rock, Metal and AOR fans will be with “Future in Utopia” around the globe!”
Stormwarning have crafted an album that balances the classic elements of melodic rock with a fresh and contemporary approach, with Santiago’s expressive vocals at the heart of the songs.
The result is a collection of tracks filled with big choruses, emotional melodies and the kind of timeless songwriting that will appeal to both longtime fans of the genre and a new generation of listeners.
Santiago Ramonda commented: “This album is very special to me. Marcelo and Sergio have an incredible ability to understand exactly what our music needs, and their vision has been instrumental in shaping the sound of Stormwarning. Having already contributed two songs to our previous album, being more actively involved in the songwriting process this time around has made this experience even more meaningful to me. Marcelo and Sergio’s humility, professionalism and open-mindedness in embracing a collaborative approach have brought a whole new dimension to the project. Sharing the creative process across all the songs has been incredibly rewarding, giving me even more energy and motivation to keep growing as an artist and sharing my music with the world.”
“I honestly believe this album is a huge step forward from our previous record. As you embark on the journey of listening to it, you’ll keep discovering new influences and unexpected details that reflect the richness of this team. Every song brings something different, yet they all contribute to making this album a powerful and cohesive statement. This is, without a doubt, the most incredible album I’ve ever had the opportunity to work on, and I truly believe it has the potential to stand among the finest hard rock albums of recent years”, he continued.
“Future In Utopia” confirms Stormwarning as one of the exciting names in the new generation of melodic hard rock, while establishing a clear and distinctive identity for the band.
A strong second chapter for Stormwarning and another important step forward for Santiago Ramonda and the project.
“Future In Utopia” Tracklist:
1. Before The Battle 2. Victory Is Mine 3. Timecop 4. Shine And Shade 5. Forged In Ice And Fire 6. Lovelorn’s Pyre 7. Future In Utopia 8. Live To Ride, Ride To Live 9. Night Drive Therapy 10. Mystical 11. Enter The Cybercity 12. Argonaut
Line Up: Santiago Ramonda – Vocals, backing vocals Marcelo Gelbcke – Bass, guitars and keyboards Felipe Souzza – Drums
More than a decade after re-emerging from the shadows of Cologne’s underground, German black metal collective BELTEZ will release its fifth, self-titled album on December 4 via Vendetta Records. Taking its place alongside its two predecessors, “Beltez” stands as the band’s most focused, fierce, and emotionally resonant work yet.
To mark the announcement, the band have unveiled the album’s first single, “Gebahren der Unvernunft,” accompanied by an official lyric video, which you can watch here:
Across its towering compositions, the album channels the spirit that has defined the band’s journey since their re-appearance in 2015: a seamless union of relentless aggression, haunting atmosphere, and deeply evocative songwriting. Rooted in the icy traditions of black metal yet unbound by convention, “Beltez” traverses vast emotional landscapes where despair, defiance, contemplation, and catharsis collide.
Where previous releases expanded the band’s artistic horizons through ambitious concepts and immersive storytelling, “Beltez” turns inward. For the first time in a long time, the album contains lyrics solely written in German, reflecting on the struggles in life. The result is an album that feels both intimate and monumental – a work that captures the very core of the band’s identity while pushing their sound to new heights of intensity and depth.
The songwriting blends in with the band’s previous albums, whilst introducing fresh elements. Fans of their earlier work will recognise driving, meditative riffs and drum walls, which build to climactic moments with melancholic and epic undertones, whilst dynamic, accentuated drum patterns culminate in blasting storms.
Continuing in the vein of their previous albums, BELTEZ continue to resist the temptations of overly modern production styles. The drums are real and authentic, with physical instruments and amplifiers have been used, rather than soulless plug-ins.
Tracklist:
01. Prolog 02. Gebahren der Unvernunft 03. Das Brandmal 04. Abglanz 05. Am Abgrund 06. Gestirn der neuen Zeit
The album was mixed and mastered by Mario Dahmen at Liquid Aether Studio, whose work brings exceptional clarity and power to the record’s dynamic spectrum, allowing every layer of darkness and every surge of emotion to fully unfold.
With “Beltez”, the band have created more than a self-titled album – they have forged a monument to their own artistic vision. A culmination of the past, a declaration of the present, and a bold step into the future.
Line-up: Marc – Vocals Benedikt – Guitar Jens – Guitar & backing Vocals Frank – Bass Max – Drums & backing Vocals
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
