JUS PRIMAE NOCTIS Release Music Video for ‘A Story’

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The legendary progressive rock band JUS PRIMAE NOCTIS (JPN) has released the music video for “a story”, a track that draws from the classic prog influences of Genesis and King Crimson, enriched with refined jazz and blues elements. Over these immersive sounds, the elegant and soothing voice narrates, as the title suggests, a story.

It is the story of a woman who leaves a foggy seaside city in search of a new beginning elsewhere, in distant lands where incense and spices enchant the senses and soothe the pain. Her present is filled with solitude and memories, and amidst the excitement of departure, a question arises: Do I have anyone to share my journey with? Does leaving really make sense? (“What’s the meaning of a choice? If you can’t tell anyone all the reasons, tell the story”). Even illness—the hostile chemistry that holds her body and mind captive—leads to deeper questions. But now that balance is lost, she can finally go with the flow of events and smile once more.

The music video, filmed in Genoa, offers breathtaking glimpses of the Ligurian Sea and includes both live and studio footage, providing a taste of the band’s authentic essence.

Several prestigious guest musicians have contributed their instruments, enhancing the song with sophistication and depth: Diego Banchero (Il Segno del Comando, Malombra, Egida Aurea) on bass, Renzo Luise (former Jus Primae Noctis, Gipsy Troyka, awarded Best Guitarist at Django) on guitar, Alex “Pacho” Rossy (Perigeo, Morgan, Elio e le Storie Tese, Trio Bobo) on drums and additional percussion, and Matteo Scarpettini (Antonello Salis, Niccolò Fabi, Trio Bobo) on percussion.

“a story” is the first single from the album “Man of Air”, released in 2025 by Nadir Music.

Jus Primae Noctis (JPN) have been active since 1991. Over time, the core lineup has remained unchanged (Marco Fehmer – guitar and vocals, Beppi Menozzi – keyboards, Mario Riggio – drums), while many musicians have joined them throughout the years. The current formation was finalized in 2009 with the addition of guitarist Pietro Balbi.

Along with various lineups, the band’s musical journey has evolved, leading them to explore singer-songwriter music, progressive rock, and improg (collective progressive rock improvisations).

JPN have released several self-produced albums and DVDs, but since 2019, they have been collaborating steadily with Nadir Music for their releases. Their discography includes five full-length albums, a remaster, two live albums, and four singles, including this latest release. Their newest album, “Man of Air”, released in 2025, is their first entirely in English and is set to reach an international audience.

JPN – Jus Primae Noctis online:
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/jusprimaenoctis1/
Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@jusprimaenoctis1034
Spotify https://open.spotify.com/intl-it/artist/7FJX4I2C5om4I87AVtU685
Official website https://jusprimaenoctis.webnode.it/

CHEPANG Sign to Relapse, Announce “Jhyappa” Pre-Order & Share Music Video ‘Parichaya 2.0/Shakti’

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With a grindcore band like CHEPANG, it’s hard to keep up. Hailing from Queens, New York, by way of Kathmandu, Nepal (the noise guy’s roots are Colombian), CHEPANG has never been your by-the-numbers band. They guys call their music “immigrindcore”: They use samples from Nepali pop songs. They sing in Nepali. They embrace their immigrant identities. 

The lyrics on Jhyappa, the new album coming out on Relapse Records (due out May 23rd on LP/CD/CS/Digital) are “hardcore Nepalese,” guitarist Kshitiz Moktan says. “Even sometimes I don’t understand.” Google Translate can’t handle the lyrics either. Regardless, “this record is more, I would say personal” than CHEPANG’s other records, Moktan says, about “trying to relearn everything about yourself” and “releasing all your negative energy inside you.” 

Pre-order the album at orcd.co/chepang

The designs of the band’s album covers are anything but standard death metal or grindcore. Jhyappa’s cover art (by Masato Chaos) is based on self-immolation. But not “about any religion or any government; it’s against yourself.” Everyone has their struggles, in their own head and in life, but the only one that can fix that is yourself, Moktan explains. “One has to be closer to one’s self spiritually to defeat this and come out victorious,” and this theme is depicted on the cover: “the self-immolation against your own inner self,” he says.

NYC is referenced on the cover also. “All of us have lived half of our lives here. We live here, we see everything, positive and negative, so we wanted to have some kind of New York” represented on the cover, Moktan says. On the streets and in the subways, the guys always see “many people of different colors and races with their own life and story to tell. These are dynamic cues in life and serve as a motivation and also pride to be a part of this big city where diversity is everything. A melting pot of cultures,” he says, that are metaphors relevant in the album art and the songs.

Jhyappa is “a really personal record,” says Moktan. When crafting it, the guys decided, “We will try to express what we can personally that we have not explained in other records, what we are dealing with, what we want to achieve.” That includes “the ups and downs of living the life of an immigrant where you are trying to find yourself, trying to survive with the day to day of life, be it financially or psychologically,” he says.

Musically, the guys said, “Let’s spin it back” to the first 7” from 2016, Lathi Charge, and go full circle—old school CHEPANG. Jhyappa is similar to that first EP sonically and structurally, but “I think definitely it’s the most metal record we have ever written; that I can say.” It’s also the most accessible and digestible, he adds.

Jhyappa is CHEPANG’s debut album for Relapse Records, nine tracks in a brutal package under 20 minutes long. The song “Shakti” (“Force” in Nepali) is a cover of the Japanese band FORCE. Kevin Bernsten (FULL OF HELL, GENOCIDE PACT, ILSA) recorded and mixed the album at Developing Nations, with the drums tracked at The Magpie Cage Studio. “We wanted more of a live sound, the way we are, raw kind of thing, and we pushed for more, like, room sound from the drums” and Bernsten delivered, says Moktan. James Plotkin (KHANATE, NADJA) handled mastering.

Keep up with CHEPANG if you can with Jhyappa.

WURMIAN’s Debut Album “Immemorial Shrine” Out Now – A Somber Odyssey into Solitude And Decay

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French Melodic Death Doom one-man band WURMIAN proudly presents the release of its highly anticipated debut album, “Immemorial Shrine“, out now via Pest Records and available at this location.

Crafted with painstaking care and emotional depth by multi-instrumentalist Antoine Scholtes, “Immemorial Shrine” is a brooding and immersive journey through sorrow, introspection, and existential desolation. The album’s seven tracks channel the spirit of 90s Melodic Death Doom evoking the raw emotional weight of Katatonia, October Tide, and Edge of Sanity, while embracing a distinctly personal and contemporary vision.

Following the previously released singles “Aeon Afterglows” and “Where Crimson Shadows Dwell“, the full album now unveils its complete sonic and lyrical narrative: a descent into forgotten memories, ancestral echoes, and the quiet majesty of grief. Melancholic melodies, cavernous growls, and crushing doom-laden riffs are interwoven with Scholtes‘ introspective lyricism and haunting atmospheres, making “Immemorial Shrine” a compelling listen for fans of both classic and modern Death Doom.

“Immemorial Shrine” is available now on CD via Pest Records featuring evocative artwork and packaging that complements the album’s lyrical themes and sonic depth.

Enter the shrine. Let the echoes guide you.
For fans of: Katatonia, October Tide, Amorphis, Edge of Sanity, early In Flames

More info:
Pest Records: https://pestrecords.bandcamp.com
Wurmian: https://www.facebook.com/wurmian.band/

WOE, IS ME to Release New Single ‘Here’s to Me (A Story to Tell Pt. 2)’ on April 11th

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American metalcore band WOE, IS ME is set to make a powerful return with the release of their new single, “Here’s to Me (A Story to Tell Pt. 2),” available everywhere April 11th via SBG Records.

Produced by Scott Seigel and Corey Bautista, the new track serves as the first official glimpse into the band’s upcoming full-length effort. 

The band states, “As far as  ‘Here’s to me(a story to tell pt.2)’ we feel like this is the perfect first single. It pretty much has a little of everything that you can expect from this album and the direction we are going. We’re excited about the future and stoked to finally release new music.”

The official music video is set to premiere on Metal Injection and the audio will premiere on Idobi Howl this coming Thursday, April 10th.

Pre-Save “Here’s to Me (A Story To Tell Pt. 2)” at https://orcd.co/heres_to_me_a_story_to_tell_pt2

Woe, Is Me has officially addressed lineup change:

“First and foremost, we want to state officially that the band has parted ways with the Ferris brothers. Despite what you may or may not have read before now, decisions like this are never easy. We have no ill-will towards Ben and Cory and wish them the best, but we do want to explain things from our perspective. We have worked extremely hard over the last year on this new album. The amount of dedication and passion for the music has been our driving force, because that’s what brought us here to begin with; the love of music. Without going into detail about their involvement in the creation of this album, we’ll simply say that the album would’ve sounded the same whether they were in the band during the writing process or not. The lack of interest and participation in something the rest of us sacrificed so much for ultimately led to deciding to continue on as just the five of us.”

The band also addressed recent rumors regarding canceled shows in Japan:

“In addition to this, we’d like to clear up some things we’ve seen circulating about our canceled dates in Japan. Most importantly, we absolutely hated canceling the shows and apologize emphatically to everyone who was negatively impacted. But to dispel any rumors, from the time these shows were booked up to now, the band has had no direct contact with the promoter of the shows. Furthermore, the narrative that the band stole/kept money from the promoter is 100% false, as we never actually received any money, including any form of a deposit. This lie has unfortunately been perpetuated by individuals who know it isn’t true, and it is extremely disappointing. Again, we apologize for canceling.”

Woe, Is Me is confirmed to perform at Louder Than Life in Louisville, KY on Saturday, September 20th.

Stay tuned for more announcements surrounding the upcoming album and future tour dates.

Woe, Is Me is a powerful force in the American metalcore scene, hailing from Atlanta, Georgia. Formed in 2009, the band quickly gained attention for their dynamic sound, blending crushing breakdowns with melodic hooks. Their debut album, Numbers, was unleashed on August 31, 2010, and instantly made an impact, debuting at an impressive #16 on the Billboard Top Heatseekers chart.

Known for their high-energy performances and emotionally charged lyrics, Woe, Is Me solidified their place in the metalcore landscape, capturing the hearts of fans across the globe. Their signature mix of raw intensity and refined musicianship has made them a standout force within the genre, with a legacy that continues to resonate.

Woe, Is Me are:
Michael Bohn – Vocals
Hance Alligood – Vocals
Kevin Hanson – Guitar
Andrew Paiano – Guitar
Matthew Whyde – Drums

For More Information Please Visit: Official Website – Facebook – Instagram – X – YouTube

LET THEM FALL to Release New Single ‘Nine Worlds’ on April 25th

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On April 25, 2025, epic metal band LET THEM FALL will release their new single, ‘Nine Worlds’, under the Wanikiya Record label. This track marks another bold step in their musical journey, adding folk metal vibes to their distinctive blend of metalcore and orchestral elements.

Active since 2012 and hailing from Grosseto, Tuscany, Let Them Fall have built a solid reputation in the international metal scene. Their 2015 EP Of Kings & Heroes was a turning point, moving away from the hardcore punk roots of their debut No More Silence (2013) toward a more melodic, at times symphonic sound—while still maintaining the intensity of powerful guitar riffs and tight rhythms.

Over the years, they have played extensively throughout Italy and beyond. In 2016, they embarked on a headlining tour across Eastern Europe, performing in Croatia, Bulgaria, Romania, Serbia, the Czech Republic, and Slovakia—gaining acclaim and expanding their fanbase.

After an intense live season, the band returned to the studio to work on their first full-length album. The singles Fenrir, Wintersun, and Midgard paved the way for the release of Wolftales in March 2018 via Antigony Records.

In 2023, Let Them Fall made a significant leap forward with the release of Evening Star, a single that introduced even more orchestral and symphonic elements into their sound. This evolution continued with Valor, released on October 18, further solidifying their place in the epic metal scene.

Now, in 2025, Let Them Fall return with Nine Worlds—a track that embraces the narrative essence of RPG-style adventures. It takes listeners on a perilous journey through the nine realms of Norse mythology, where a group of heroes discovers their true purpose by overcoming the shadows of the past. A metaphor for personal growth, healing from trauma, and emerging stronger than before—Nine Worlds is a pact with the stars, a path to walk, and a mission to fulfill.

Get ready for an epic adventure—Nine Worlds drops April 25, 2025!

WASTE CULT to Release “Blame” Debut Album on June 6th

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WASTE CULT’s debut full-length album, “Blame”, will be released on June 6th, 2025, via Aesthetic Death.

Emerging from Bologna’s underground scene, WASTE CULT was formed in late 2021 by musicians with roots in punk and thrash metal, yet a desire to explore a darker, doom-laden sound.

“Blame” is the culmination of this journey—a raw, introspective work that merges classic doom influences with modern post-metal atmospheres. Following their self-released 2022 EP, this album solidifies their identity, delivering immersive and emotionally charged soundscapes.

The album’s title-track is now streaming HERE.

Tracklist:

1 – Ad Astra
2 – Delirium Of Manners
3 – Blame
4 – Blended As One
5 – Kerberos
6 – Pictures
7 – The Warmest Shelter
8 – Maze

WASTE CULT started in Bologna – Italy in late 2021, with all members having experience with other punk/thrash metal projects, including Rake-Off, Hyle, Siege Stompers, Call The Cops…

The aim for WASTE CULT has been to create different sounds and atmospheres to those other projects – exploring a slower doomier approach to their sound. In mid 2022 they self-released an eponymous 4-track EP on tape, and on the back of that started playing shows across Italy.

The first full length – “Blame” – is the characterisation of all their different influences, with a more defined identity – taking inspiration from the doom classics to the more modern post-metal sounds. This reality took shape after years experimenting in the practice room, with “Blame” bearing witness to a more introspective and personal approach within both the music and lyrics.

Aesthetic Death has always been a fan of stoner doom sounds and, like many, was schooled on the likes of Kyuss, Monster Magnet and Black Sabbath. Yet, Aesthetic Death has rarely had opportunity to work on any release with bands from these lands of sound.

When first listening to WASTE CULT it instantly resonated. Albums can become a soundtrack to a period of our lives, as an immersive escape alongside all the positive or negative things happening.

Line-up:

Frank – Guitar and vocals
Pilvia – Guitar
Noise – Bass
Claudio – Drums and backing vocals

https://wastecult.bandcamp.com/
https://www.instagram.com/wastecultband/
https://www.facebook.com/wastecult