Canadian progressive metal band Omnivide return with their most ambitious work to date; the stunning new EP Arise, out today, 10th October, via Seek & Strike. To mark the release, the band have unveiled an official animated video for the EP’s title track, available to watch below.
Arise showcases Omnivide at their most confident and creative, blending precision, power and melody in equal measure. The band’s signature technicality meets soaring orchestral arrangements and dynamic songwriting, pushing the boundaries of progressive metal while remaining deeply engaging and accessible.
Omnivide state: “Our second single, ‘Arise,’ is the concluding track of the EP and it fits that role well, being a longer, more progressive piece. It focuses on the orchestral and melodic sides of our sound while maintaining intensity and technicality throughout. It also features the most clean vocals of any song we’ve done, making it the most emotional track and a fitting conclusion to the record. We chose to feature it as a single because it displays our more progressive and melodic sides, in contrast with ‘Void’ that is more brutal and in-your-face.”
With Arise, Omnivide elevate the sonic palette laid out in their 2024 debut album A Tale of Fire. That record, self-produced and refined over years, fused progressive, melodic, death and symphonic metal to critical acclaim and launched the band’s rise, featuring an extensive tour across Canada and resulting in nominations for Music NB Awards in ‘Breakthrough Artist’ and ‘Song of the Year’ categories. Their signing with Seek & Strike later that year signalled their growing international momentum.
Now with Arise, the group raise the stakes, pushing deeper into progressive and symphonic territory while maintaining the technical edge that has become their signature. Drawing influence from acts such as Between The Buried and Me, Opeth and TesseracT, Omnivide fuse brutality and beauty in equal measure.
The band add: “Arise is a major evolution from our debut album A Tale of Fire. We took the elements we loved most from that first release and cranked them up another level. We really wanted to outdo ourselves on this one and we all felt ready to make something better in a shorter time frame. People can expect more techy riffs, bigger orchestral arrangements, more progressive song structures and more clean singing to complement the harsh vocals. The EP also has a lot of ups and downs in intensity, going from all-out brutal riffs to chilled-out, subdued clean sections throughout each song.”
With Arise, Omnivide push themselves further than ever, delivering a thrilling balance of technicality, melody and emotional depth. The EP cements their reputation as one of the most exciting rising forces in modern progressive metal.
Finnish 6x Platinum and 8x Gold-certified, record-breaking rockers THE RASMUS (@therasmusofficial) have teamed with Theory of A Deadman’s lead singer Tyler Connolly to release an exciting new version of THE RASMUS’ powerful outsider anthem “Creatures of Chaos.” Out today (October 10), this notably marks THE RASMUS’ first US rock radio single. Listen to the song HERE and watch the lyric video HERE.
Back in March, THE RASMUS—Lauri Ylönen (vocals), Emppu Suhonen (guitars), Eero Heinonen (bass), and Aki Hakala (drums)—originally released “Creatures of Chaos.” The track was the second single from their 11th studio album, WEIRDO, which arrived September 12 via Better Noise Music (the band’s first for the label) and Playground Music. The album, as well as limited-edition merchandise bundles, are available now HERE.
”Tyler [Connolly] is an amazing singer and he added a new dimension to the song,” says frontman Lauri Ylönen. “This song is one of our best from the new album and it’s so cool that it gets some spotlight now.”
Tyler Connolly shares: “I got asked to guest sing on this Rasmus song and once I heard it, I was like, ‘Heck Yeah’! Loved the track and love the band! Really enjoyed the back-and-forth verses between us, and it truly rocks! Now I got to get myself to Finland!!!”
Lauri explains that “Creatures of Chaos” is a “global shout out and an invitation to all misfits and anyone out there who’s ever felt like an outsider to join us! It was one of the first songs, and that’s kind of how the album title came about. It’s also about accepting people as they are, which in this world is getting much harder for people to do. For me, it’s more personal: I sing like I could have been a soldier, but I’m afraid of guns. I could have been this or that, but I wasn’t strong enough to be those. My job is to do this. And I’m singing to one fan in the front row, giving her or him strength to carry on. It’s another kind of hero.”
“Creatures of Chaos” is “also about the pressure of social media,” elaborates Lauri. “People feel like by 25 they need to have money, investments, be somebody. A lot of people are scared of growing up. I’ve always gained strength from being the underdog, and I love that. It keeps me going.”
Known for their musically dark atmospheres, the band subversively merges catchy modern pop stylings with stadium-sized guitar crunch throughout the songs on WEIRDO. THE RASMUS celebrated the September 12 album release by teaming up with The Funeral Portrait singer Lee Jennings for the title track and accompanying video. Listen to “Weirdo” HERE and watch the video HERE (it has over 255k views).
The album’s other previous singles are: · “Love Is A Bitch”: Listen HERE and view the video HERE (over 136k views). · “Break These Chains”: Listen HERE and watch the video HERE (over 812k views). · “Creatures of Chaos”: Listen to the original version HERE and watch the video HERE (over 952k views). · “Rest In Pieces”: Listen to the song HERE and view the lyric video HERE (over 693k views).
Static Noise Mag called WEIRDO “…one of their best records yet. There are so many layers to this record, it blends a modern rock edge with flashes of 80s-inspired synths, creating a sound that feels both nostalgic and fresh…Taken as a whole, WEIRDO is solid from start to finish, an album that fuses nostalgic echoes of THE RASMUS’ early 2000s sound with modern rock production and flashes of ‘80s-inspired synth. Every track feels alive with creative, sharply written lyrics and the kind of emotional depth the band has always excelled at. It’s a record that proves THE RASMUS are still evolving while staying true to their roots, and it leaves you immediately wanting more.”
THE RASMUS will bring their unforgettable stage show to audiences worldwide throughout 2025 on the “Weirdo Tour”; shows for 2026 are starting to be confirmed. The band recently concluded a month-long U.S. trek with The Funeral Portrait and their own North American headlining tour. Tickets are on sale now for its European leg (9/12 – 12/6), as well as their 2026 shows; see the full dates listed below.
With WEIRDO, THE RASMUS once again proves why they remain a force to be reckoned with in the rock world. In their native Finland, where they are the reigning #1 rock band, THE RASMUS stands at #1 on Spotify, YouTube, Instagram and Deezer as far as followers, views, likes and streams. It is often said that the best bands are the ones which keep surprising you time and time again, in the most thrilling of ways. This is something that the 6x Platinum and 8x Gold-certified band have been doing since their major label debut and a creative responsibility they take great pride in. If you’ve listened to any of their albums, you’ll be able to hear a kaleidoscopic collage of heavy guitars against futuristic electronics, as well as pop hooks that can find their way into the heart of any kind of music fan. As a direct result, they’ve become one of Finland’s greatest musical exports, selling millions of records worldwide and winning award after award.
THE RASMUS “WEIRDO TOUR” DATES
10/17 Helsinki, FI – Tavastia 10/18 Helsinki, FI – Tavastia 10/23 Limassol, CY – Monte Caputo 10/25 Athens, GR – Floyd 10/27 Dubai, UAE – The Agenda 10/29 Tashkent, UZ – Palace of Alisher Navoy 10/31 Astana, KZ – Grand Hall by Wyndham 11/1 Almaty, KZ – Bakshasaray 11/3 Tbilisi, GE – Elektroyard 11/4 Baku, Az – Heydar Aaliyev Palace 11/6 Istanbul, TR – IF Performance Hall 11/8 Belgrade, RS – MTS Dvorana 11/11 Hamburg, DE – Markthalle 11/12 Berlin, DE – Metropol 11/13 Warsaw, PL – Stodola 11/14 Brno, CZ – Sono Centrum 11/15 Budapest, HU – Barba Negra 11/16 Vienna, AT – Simm City 11/17 Munich, DE – Technikum 11/18 Milan, IT – Alcatraz 11/20 Zurich, CH – Komplex 457 11/21 Karlsruhe, DE – Substage 11/22 Saarbrucken, DE – Garage 11/23 Frankfurt, DE – Batschkapp 11/25 Cologne, DE – Live Music Hall 11/26 Utrecht, NL – Tivoli 11/27 Antwerp, BE – Trix 11/28 Paris, FR – La Cigale 11/30 Glasgow, GB – SWG3 Galvanizers 12/1 Manchester, GB – O2 Ritz 12/2 Cardiff, GB – Great Hall 12/4 London, GB – O2 Shepherd’s Bush Empire 12/5 Southampton, GB – 1865 12/6 Nottingham, GB – Rock City 12/10 Guadalajara, MX – Auditorio Telmex
Demidead, the rising force in the global metal scene, proudly announces its official partnership with Two Notes Audio, the world-renowned innovator in professional sound technology.
This collaboration marks a powerful new chapter for Demidead, bringing the unmatched precision and intensity of Two Notes Audio to every live performance and studio recording. Known for pushing the boundaries of heavy music, the band is now fully equipped to deliver an even more explosive sonic experience to fans worldwide.
“We are beyond proud to partner with Two Notes Audio — their sound will fuel the chaos behind every stage and every record we create,” said the band in a joint statement. “This is just the beginning, and it’s going to be loud.”
With this partnership, Demidead continues to expand its reach, combining unrelenting energy with world-class sound engineering. Fans can expect groundbreaking performances and recordings that redefine the meaning of modern metal.
Stay tuned — the next chapter of Demidead has just begun!
Nightside Den is the title of Sirenia’s brand new track, the first single from the upcoming album Amanita Messis.
This is the band’s first release since the previous album 1977 went live almost 2,5 years ago. Picking up the trail where the previous album left off, the band continues to deliver melodic and catchy metal with a symphonic touch. True to the band’s signature style the songs are perfectly balanced between the classic past and the modern touch of the future.
Nightside Den is a catchy and melodic song, a great first single to let the fans know that the band is back in the game with brand new original material. Amanita Messis will be an epic journey through the renowned musical style of the band who celebrates their 25th years anniversary next year. Lots of special anniversary tours and shows are in the works. 2026 will be an exciting and busy year for Sirenia, it will be the perfect occasion to see the band live.
“We are very excited to be back again with some brand new Sirenia material. ‘Nightside Den’ is in many ways a typical Sirenia song, it has a lot of those typical elements that the band loves to include in their songs. It’s a melodic and groovy midtempo song with a very catchy chorus and a nice Symphonic touch. This is our first song from the upcoming album ‘Amanita Messis’. We are very pleased to share this song with you all, make sure to head over to your favourite digital platform and check it out.”
After years of silence, Alien Orchestra, the Oslo-based studio band led by Jan “EpicAlien” Mojdis, returns with a new sense of purpose and creative rebirth. The single “The Last Horizons”, taken from the upcoming EP “Under My Pale Skin” due out in December 2025 (release date TBA), marks a powerful comeback for a project that merges heavy metal intensity with cinematic orchestration, crafting an evocative and deeply emotional soundscape.
“The Last Horizons” features Mats Haugen (Circus Maximus) on lead guitar and Simen Sandnes (Evergrey, Temic, Shining) on drums, adding remarkable depth and musicianship to the song’s dramatic composition. The track blends soaring melodies, layered orchestrations, and heavy metal drive, embodying Alien Orchestra’s trademark fusion of epic atmospheres, melodic metal, and ambient textures.
Founded in 2014, Alien Orchestra has always existed at the intersection between metal and film music, exploring themes of the deep universe, extraterrestrial life, and the mysticism of Nordic nature. The upcoming EP “Under My Pale Skin” was written in the aftermath of Jan’s victorious battle against cancer — a struggle that profoundly shaped his outlook and songwriting. While he composed the main riff for the EP on piano back in 2022, his true creative return took place in 2024 when he was finally able to play guitar again and give life to a new chapter of Alien Orchestra’s story. The record stands as both a reflection on survival and renewal and a tribute to those who fought and fell — especially children.
Mixed and mastered by Drop RMX at Downtone Studio and EpicAlien, “Under My Pale Skin” delivers four tracks that range from sorrowful cinematic passages to powerful metal energy — a sonic journey that captures the fragility and strength of the human spirit. With “The Last Horizons” and its official video, Alien Orchestra invites listeners to step into a world where sound meets emotion and metal meets infinity.
TRACKLIST: 1. Inside The Worn Shell 2. The Last Horizons (Radio Edit) 3. Svært Mysterium 4. The Last Horizons
Credits: Songwriting: All songs written by EpicAlien Simen Sandnes – drum parts on “Inside The Worn Shell” and “The Last Horizons” Mats Haugen – lead guitar writing, and performance on both versions of “The Last Horizons” Production: Mixed and mastered by Drop RMX at Downtone Studio and EpicAlien
The brand-new lyric video by WALLS OF BABYLON, titled “Eternal Hunt”, is officially online on YouTube! The track is taken from the band’s highly anticipated upcoming album “Aeons Apart”, out January 9th, 2026 via Wanikiya Record/Promotion.
Set in a futuristic sci-fi world, Eternal Hunt tells the story of a bounty hunter on his final mission: to eliminate his nemesis — a rogue android. But before being destroyed, the android forces him to face a cruel truth:
Who is truly the hunter? The one who chases the prey… or the prey itself, which traps him within his own obsession?
A dark, powerful, and introspective track where the band masterfully blends progressive metal, cinematic atmospheres, and narrative depth, foreshadowing the conceptual intensity of the new record.
After shaking the metal scene with their devastating 2020 release “Fallen” (Wanikiya Record), Walls of Babylon are back with Aeons Apart — an ambitious, modern, and emotional work that pushes the band toward new sonic and conceptual horizons.
An album that promises epicness, darkness, and introspection, while keeping alive the power-prog legacy that made Walls of Babylon one of the most respected acts in the Italian metal scene.
The album’s mastering was entrusted to Simone Mularoni at the prestigious Domination Studio, ensuring top-tier sound quality and power.
Wanikiya Record states:
“With Eternal Hunt, Walls of Babylon transport us into a dystopian universe where metal power meets philosophical reflection. A powerful preview of what’s to come with Aeons Apart.”
Formed in 2013, Walls of Babylon have always aimed to craft a personal sound — blending melody, technique, and conceptual storytelling. Over the years, they have released works of strong identity:
2015 – “The Dark Embrace”: a debut filled with dark and melodic tones. 2018 – “A Portrait Of Memories” (Revalve Records): the international step that consolidated their compositional maturity. 2020 – “Fallen” (Wanikiya Record): a visionary concept about humanity’s collapse, marking the band’s definitive rise.
With Aeons Apart, Walls of Babylon open a new chapter, pushing the boundaries of modern progressive metal even further.
Current Line-up: 🎤 Valerio Gaoni – Vocals 🎸 Fabiano Pietrini – Guitar 🎸 Francesco Pellegrini – Lead Guitar 🎸 Matteo Carovana – Bass 🥁 Marco Barbarossa – Drums
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