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BEAUTIFUL SKELETONS Release New Album “Pulse/ Line/ Scar” with Official Music Video for ‘Myrkur’

Posted by tarjavirmakari on August 24, 2026
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Rising alternative metal band Beautiful Skeletons have released their album, Pulse/Line/Scar on August 21st via WURMgroup. Produced by legendary heavy music producer Ulrich Wild (Pantera, Static-X, Breaking Benjamin, White Zombie), the album captures a band unafraid to tear everything apart in pursuit of something honest, powerful, and enduring. Coinciding with the album’s release, Beautiful Skeletons have also premiered the official music video for “Myrkur,” giving fans a powerful visual to one of the album’s standout tracks.

More than a collection of songs, Pulse/Line/Scar serves as a deeply personal yet universally relatable body of work, exploring resilience, identity, loss, and the invisible threads that connect every human experience.

The band shares, “Pulse Line Scar is a universal anthology of lived stories, brought together by the thin red pulse line that connects us all, the same line that brings us life and the same line that leaves a permanent impression.”

Pulse/Line/Scar showcases a band that has found strength in vulnerability and purpose through perseverance. Every track reflects the tension between chaos and clarity, pain and healing, creating an album that is as emotionally immersive as it is sonically crushing.

With Pulse/Line/Scar, Beautiful Skeletons are poised to establish themselves as one of alternative metal’s most compelling emerging acts, delivering an album that doesn’t simply ask to be heard, it demands to be felt.

Stream/Buy Pulse/Line/Scar: https://linktr.ee/beautifulskeletonsband

Tracklisting:

  1. Come What May
  2. Running Cold
  3. Myrkur
  4. Phantom
  5. Crown of Sorrow
  6. Effigy
  7. The Test
  8. Bitter End
  9. Dropping Anchor
  10. Rainbows & Unicorns

Beautiful Skeletons didn’t come together cleanly and that’s exactly the point. 

The band was formed in 2017 after guitarist Einar posted a Craigslist ad searching for a vocalist. What began as an instinctive collaboration gradually evolved through lineup changes, setbacks, and creative discovery. Over time, the project transformed from an idea into something none of the members were willing to walk away from—a defining commitment that became, in their words, a “do or die decision you can only make once.”

That commitment intensified in 2022 when the band received management support and hit the road alongside Yngwie Malmsteen. The experience offered an unfiltered look at the realities of the music industry and solidified their determination to push Beautiful Skeletons beyond potential and into purpose.

Trying to categorize Beautiful Skeletons has never been easy—and they prefer it that way.

Drawing inspiration from Deftones, Alice In Chains, Sevendust, Korn, and Nine Inch Nails, the group seamlessly blends crushing riffs, haunting atmosphere, soaring melodies, and modern heaviness into a sound that refuses to stay confined to one genre.

That fearless approach reached its fullest expression during the recording of Pulse/Line/Scar. Recorded in Los Angeles and produced by Ulrich Wild at WURMgroup, every song was challenged, dismantled, and rebuilt until it carried the emotional and sonic weight the band envisioned. The process forced Beautiful Skeletons to confront not only their songwriting but also their identity as musicians, resulting in their most focused and powerful work to date.

Beautiful Skeletons:
Tina Firefly – Vocals
Jason Johnson – Bass
Huwy Williams- Drums
Einar Einarsson- Guitars

For More Information Please Visit: Spotify – Instagram – Facebook – TikTok – YouTube

EASTBLOOD (Feat. Members of JASTA, DEE SNIDER, GENERATION KILL) Release Debut Album “Burn What’s Left”, Out Now

Posted by tarjavirmakari on August 24, 2026
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EASTBLOOD has officially arrived with the release of their debut album, Burn What’s Left, available now on all major streaming platforms.

Featuring members of JASTA, Dee Snider, Generation Kill, and more, Eastblood is a four-piece metal force built on speed, volume, and zero compromise. Fusing the ferocity of thrash metal with the raw aggression of punk and hardcore, the band delivers ripping riffs, brutal breakdowns, punishing drums, and nonstop shredding across Burn What’s Left.

“’Burn What’s Left’ is a record about anger, exhaustion, betrayal, and the emotional wreckage left behind by narcissism, manipulation, internet culture, and manufactured victimhood,” says Eastblood. “Beneath the aggression is something deeply human: self-doubt, grief, isolation, and the realization that sometimes the only way to move forward is to stop carrying what other people have done to you. We used that message with lyrics and the fastest, grittiest music we could—and this is just the beginning.”

Rather than simply channeling aggression for aggression’s sake, Burn What’s Left turns frustration, resentment, and emotional fallout into a full-force sonic attack. The album confronts the darker side of modern culture while exploring the personal damage left in its wake and the catharsis that comes from finally letting it go.

Recorded with a relentless intensity from start to finish, Burn What’s Left was mixed and mastered by Nick Bellmore, whose production expertise helps give the album its crushing weight and uncompromising edge.

“Eastblood is pure alchemy — speed and intensity colliding with melody and catharsis, without a single compromise. We can’t wait to unleash what we’ve built on the world,” says Charlie Bellmore. 

No gimmicks. No polish. No compromise. Just pure sonic violence.

Burn What’s Left is out now on all major streaming platforms: https://linktr.ee/eastbloodmusic

Physical Copies of the Album are Available HERE

Tracklisting:

  1. Grift Witch
  2. Pray for Violence
  3. By the Grace of Your God
  4. Now You Grip Death
  5. Away
  6. I Said What I Said
  7. Ghosts Aren’t Real
  8. Choke on It

Eastblood:
Charlie Bellmore – Guitar and Vocals
Nick Petrino – Guitar
Christopher Taylor Beaudette – Bass and Vocals
Rob Youells – Drums

For More Information Please Visit: Instagram – Facebook – YouTube – Spotify

FEJD Unleash Fifth Full-Length Album “Nifelheim” — An Epic Journey Through Nordic Mythology & Folk Metal

Posted by tarjavirmakari on August 24, 2026
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📸: Anna Lynx

Swedish folk metal pioneers FEJD are proud to release their highly anticipated fifth full-length album, ‘Nifelheim,’ out now via Black Lodge / Sound Pollution.

Rooted in medieval-inspired folk traditions and characterized by the prominent use of traditional acoustic instruments, FEJD have spent more than two decades building a devoted fan base across Sweden and beyond. Their music is defined by strong melodies, epic arrangements, and a deep connection to Nordic history, folklore, and mythology.

Watch the Lyric Video for “Nifelheim”:

From the very first note, listeners are drawn into a world of ancient legends, mystical landscapes, and Nordic melancholy. The album masterfully balances tradition and modernity, combining the band’s signature folk instrumentation with powerful metal compositions to create an immersive and unforgettable experience.

With ‘Nifelheim,’ FEJD once again proves why they remain one of the leading names in the international folk metal scene. The album is both a tribute to the Nordic cultural heritage and a powerful statement of the band’s ability to evolve while staying true to its roots.

‘Nifelheim’ is more than just a new album…it is the next chapter in the saga of FEJD.

Order the album: https://soundpollution.net/artist/fejd/

‘Nifelheim’ Track List:

  1. Nifelheim
  2. Nidhögg
  3. Edsvuren
  4. Älvagrimmar
  5. Sköldborg
  6. Einar Blå
  7. Strilja
  8. Svarta Tjärn

FEJD are:
Patrik Rimmerfors: Lead vocals, bouzouki
Niklas Rimmerfors: Moraharpa (keyed fiddle)
Esko Salow: Drums
Lennart Specht: Keyboard
Thomas Antonsson: Bass

MOTHER OF GRAVES Announce New Album “The Light that Keeps Us” + Unveil First Single ‘Through the Pale Shade’

Posted by tarjavirmakari on August 24, 2026
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Photo by Jessica Branstetter

Indianapolis melodic death-doom outfit MOTHER OF GRAVES has announced the release of their upcoming full-length, entitled “The Light that Keeps Us”, which has been slated for release on October 16th via Profound Lore Records. The first single, “Through the Pale Shade”, has been unveiled today.

Stream the single HERE

Vocalist Brandon Howe comments on “Through the Pale Shade”: “‘Through the Pale Shade’ is a lyrical tale of resilience in a faltering world and letting the hands of beauty be your uplifting guide through the darkest and most desperate pits of the self and soul. Instrumentally, the song bleeds a similar hope and despair within each note. We chose this song as the first single because we feel it thoroughly encapsulates the true and honest nature of our sound. I think from start to finish, it speaks well in terms of our identity that we’ve steadily grown into as a band; coalescing with our personal touches the heavy approach to things and melodies that feel dreamlike without sacrificing the wholeness of the song itself. Thanks for listening, and we hope that it serves you well. The countdown begins as autumn approaches.“

Tracklist:

  1. Wingless Soul (feat. Dan Swanö)
  2. Through the Pale Shade
  3. The Light That Keeps Us
  4. Eventide Angel
  5. The Silent Weight of the Stars
  6. A Moonlit Tryst
  7. The Beggar’s Allegory
  8. The Endless Climb

Following two years of meticulous crafting and the lasting impact left behind by their sophomore offering “The Periapt of Absence” – which claimed the #11 spot on Decibel Magazine’s Top 40 AOTY and tore through countless year-end lists – the death-doom titans return with their most fully realized offering yet. Here, it is evident that MOTHER OF GRAVES have no intention of slowing their evolution into fully realized territory as a quintet. The album is driven by the sharpened songwriting of guitarists Chris Morrison and Ben Sandman, the unrelenting foundation of bassist Corey Clark and drummer Don Curtis, and the expressive, poetic cadence of vocalist/keyboardist Brandon Howe.

Seamlessly forging the aggression and power of death metal with the melancholic and romantic edge of melodic doom, “The Light that Keeps Us” is crushing, hauntingly human, and a true showcase of the band’s authenticity in their expression and care for the genre. Each track serving as a hand to guide the listener through the introspective journey of mortality, sorrow, love and resilience. The band’s dynamic continues to grow under the production of guitarist Ben Sandman, whose work behind the console keeps personal touch prevalent within their music, stripping away the excess and amplifying the things that matter.

At the helm of visual depictions, fine artist Larisa Brechun perfectly captures the weight and depth of the music in her cover painting, providing evocative imagery to accompany the band’s bleak yet uplifting nature. It has become a standard throughout their years to recruit legend Dan Swano for his mastering expertise, but this time a greater gift presented itself as Dan proudly delivered guest vocals on the track “Wingless Soul”. A full circle moment in the band’s existence, as it gives the album that much more of a special and significant engraving within the world of death doom.

With “The Light that Keeps Us”, MOTHER OF GRAVES brings to you 8 tracks of despairing beauty laced in emotion and fierce purpose, marking yet another milestone in their promising career. 

The album drops October 16th on Profound Lore Records and is available for pre-order HERE

MOTHER OF GRAVES are:
Brandon Howe – Vocals/Keyboard
Chris Morrison – Guitar
Ben Sandman – Guitar
Corey Clark – Bass
Don Curtis – Drums

For more info visit:
https://www.instagram.com/motherofgraves
https://www.facebook.com/motherofgravesband/
https://motherofgraves.com
https://linktr.ee/motherofgraves
https://linktr.ee/profoundlorerecords

GENERATION STEEL Release New Single And Video ‘Wings of Fire’

Posted by tarjavirmakari on August 24, 2026
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“Heavy Metal made in Germany” has always been a mark of quality and, during the glorious 1980s, with the early works of ACCEPT, RUNNING WILD, GRAVE DIGGER, STORMWITCH, HELLOWEEN and others, not only defined a new genre but also shaped subsequent generations, much like the NWoBHM or traditional US metal.

The band GENERATION STEEL, founded in Wetzlar in 2019 by guitarist Jack the Riffer, follows precisely in this tradition and embodies this inimitable spirit to perfection. With their first two albums, “The Eagle Will Rise” (2021) and “Lionheart” (2023), GENERATION STEEL have got their engine up to operating temperature and are now striking a major blow with their new album “Steelmachine”.

“My aim with this third album was to take things up a notch, develop Generation Steel further and sharpen our profile even more. I think we’ve succeeded,” says the guitar wizard.

Today sees the release of ‘Wings of Fire’, the third single along with a music video.

Stream/Download: https://save-it.cc/fireflash/wings-of-fire
Get the track on Bandcamp: https://ff-generationsteel.bandcamp.com/track/wings-of-fire

“‘Wings of Fire’ tells the story of the struggles every person faces within themselves. The battle in the sky symbolises inner conflicts – doubts, fears and the constant struggle between giving up and carrying on,” says Jack the Riffer.

On “Steelmachine”, GENERATION STEEL pull out all the stops, thanks in no small part to their completely revamped line-up. With guitarist and songwriter Thilo Herrmann, who made his debut in 1985 with the FAITHFUL BREATH classic “Skol” and has made heavy metal history over the course of his career with bands such as RISK (“Ratman”), RUNNING WILD (“Black Hand Inn”, “Masquerade”) and GRAVE DIGGER (“Ballads of a Hangman”) – band leader and guitarist Jack the Riffer now has a living legend at his side. “He’s not only an incredibly talented songwriter and guitarist, but also a great bloke,” says Jack, praising his new bandmate.

There’s also been a change behind the mic: from now on, the Swede Mike Stark – who currently also sings for the Argentine band FEANOR and the Swedish group STORMBURNER – is setting the tone. His powerful, dynamic voice gives the new tracks a real stamp of quality. “Mike stands out in particular for his creativity and experience. His intonation is always steady; he reaches very high notes whilst also impressing in the mid-range – that’s exactly how I picture a metal singer,” says Jack, delighted with the Scandinavian frontman. 

Bassist Fabian Watermann (MAD MAX) was the last to join the band shortly before recording began, completing the quintet, who are motivated right down to their fingertips. “Fabian recorded the album in no time at all. Alongside Thilo and Mike, he’s another wonderful addition to the band and we owe him a huge debt of gratitude. We all get on very well, both personally and musically. Working on the new album has really brought us closer together. Now we’re rehearsing for the tour, the videos have been shot – it all feels just right.”

“Steelmachine” was brought to life in collaboration with producer Piet Sielck (IRON SAVIOR), who has previously polished classics by acts ranging from GAMMA RAY, HEADHUNTER and STORMWARRIOR to BLIND GUARDIAN and SAXON. “Piet stands out above all for his knack for optimising songs. He’s provided valuable input in a few places that enhance the song’s dynamics and dramatic structure,” states the band leader, who is highly satisfied with the result. “We’ve matured in terms of song arrangement, and at the same time we’ve managed to preserve our core identity. Thilo and Mike, in particular, have noticeably improved the standard of songwriting.” 

Much of the lyrics have very serious underlying themes and a deeper meaning. They address current issues, but do so rather indirectly. “The title track ‘Steelmachine’ refers to current international conflicts. Whilst ‘Witches Cross’ describes the burning of witches in the Middle Ages, it is best understood as a metaphor for exclusion, fear and blind fanaticism. Here, historical events mirror our own times, in which people are still being hastily condemned and publicly pilloried,” explains Jack the Riffer.

Shortly after the album’s release, GENERATION STEEL will be heading out on tour with their metal brothers from MYSTIC PROPHECY and IRON SAVIOR. “We’re absolutely buzzing about it,” he blurts out. “At last we’re hitting the stage with the new line-up and the new songs! I’m particularly looking forward to seeing how we go down with the audience now. My focus will be on the feedback during the live shows and the chats at the merch stand! The setlist is already finalised and is a good mix of tracks from all three albums.”

Anyone who likes traditional German metal will love “Steelmachine”, because the album is exciting and inspiring from start to finish and brims with enthusiasm. Here, five true believers are at work – and that’s infectious. “If we win over our existing fans and attract new ones, we’ll have done everything right,” concludes Jack the Riffer with characteristic modesty.

“Steelmachine” will be released on 16 October by Fireflash Records on CD, LP, in various bundles and digitally.

Get the album here: https://save-it.cc/fireflash/GS-steelmachine
Get the CD, LP, merchandise, and bundles on Bandcamp: https://ff-generationsteel.bandcamp.com/album/steelmachine

“Steelmachine” tracklist:

  1. Steelmachine
  2. Wings Of Fire
  3. Witches Cross
  4. The Priest
  5. I Am The Storm
  6. Fields Of Pain
  7. Rise Up (feat. Piet Sielck)
  8. New Frontiers
  9. Island Of Tragedy

𝗛𝗘𝗔𝗩𝗬 𝗠𝗘𝗧𝗔𝗟 𝗠𝗔𝗡𝗜𝗔 𝗧𝗢𝗨𝗥 ‘𝟮𝟲
Double Headliners: Mystic Prophecy & Iron Savior
Special Guest: Generation Steel
Tickets: ⫸ tinyurl.com/heavy-metal-mania-tour-26

13 Nov 2026 · (GER) Siegburg | Kubana Live Club
26 Nov 2026 · (GER) Nuremberg | Hirsch
27 Nov 26 · (GER) Lindau | Club Vaudeville
28 Nov 26 · (GER) Freiburg | Crash
3 Dec 26 · (GER) Aschaffenburg | Colos-Saal
4 Dec 26 · (GER) Bochum | Matrix
5 Dec 2026 · (GER) Oldenburg | MTS
10 Dec 2026 · (BE) Kortrijk | DVG Club
11 Dec 2026 · (GER) Osnabrück | Hyde Park
12 Dec 2026 · (GER) Cologne | MTC
13 Dec 2026 · (GER) Mannheim | 7er Club

Presented by Dragon Productions, Roar, Perception, Fireflash Records, Powermetal.de & RockWorld24.com

GENERATION STEEL are:
Mike Stark – Vocals
Thilo Herrmann – Lead Guitar
Jack the Riffer – Rhythm Guitar
Fabian Watermann – Bass
Marc Laukel – Drums

GENERATION STEEL online:
Website: https://www.generation-steel.de/
Store: https://generationsteel.bandcamp.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GenerationSteelOfficial
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/generation_steel_metal
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=generation+steel
Live Dates & Booking: https://www.rockworld24.com/smartlinks/rockworld24/generation_steel_live.html

PARANOID REVERB Reveal Details of New Album “Red River Black Roots” + Release Second Single ‘0315’

Posted by tarjavirmakari on August 24, 2026
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Following the announcement of their signing with Octopus Rising / Argonauta Records and the release of their first new single “Red River”, Greek heavy psych / stoner rock outfit Paranoid Reverb now unveil the full details of their second full-length album, Red River Black Roots.

The album will be released on September 18, 2026 via Octopus Rising / Argonauta Records on CD and digital. Alongside the album announcement, the band also release their second single, “0315”, available now on all major streaming platforms: https://li.sten.to/paranoidreverb_0315

Following their 2020 debut Billion Drops, Red River Black Roots marks a more deliberate and mature phase for Paranoid Reverb. The album expands their heavy psych / stoner rock foundations through denser rhythmic structures, darker tonal shades and atmospheric layers, while retaining the raw, performance-driven energy of their live sound.

Recorded in April 2025 at Shellac Recording Studios in Thessaloniki and completed the following month at producer Paris Parasidis’ studio, the album places dynamics and authenticity at its core. Organic percussion, metallic objects and ambient textures become part of a sound that moves between heavy eruptions and hypnotic passages, creating a distinctly live-oriented feel without sacrificing weight or atmosphere.

Thematically, Red River Black Roots explores pressure, introspection, renewal and the tension between decay and transformation. Its title reflects this journey: the “river” represents a descent into chaos, while the “roots” suggest a return to origin. Together, they form the central metaphor connecting the album’s narrative and sonic progression.

With new vocalist Manos Gotsis and a renewed creative direction, Paranoid Reverb enter this new chapter with their most focused and personal work to date.

Red River Black Roots tracklist

  1. Acantha – 06:19
  2. 0315 – 04:30
  3. Da Capo – 06:07
  4. F.U. – 05:01
  5. Red River – 04:51
  6. Come Undone – 06:19
  7. QuickSand – 07:15

Red River Black Roots will be released on September 18, 2026 via Octopus Rising / Argonauta Records on CD and digital.

For more info:
​https://www.facebook.com/ParanoidReverb​
​https://www.facebook.com/ArgonautaRecords

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