SAXON Unleash New Video ‘Princess of the Night (Live at Hellfest)’

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SAXON unleash the video for the single “Princess of the Night (Live at Hellfest)” taken from the upcoming Eagles Over Hellfest release. Eagles Over Hellfest is in celebration of the band’s recently announced “Castles & Eagles” headline shows in September 2025 at the Zénith in Paris, Nantes and Toulouse and features the audio recording of the band’s sensational show from Hellfest 2024.

Biff Byford, lead singer and founding member comments: “Hell, Fire and Damnation and our 2024 show at the mighty Hellfest festival, both together in an amazing package! The band in full blazing glory on an unforgettable night with a dynamite set list! It’s EPIC!”

From Strong Arm Of The Law to Power & The Glory and Denim And Leather to the latest Hell, Fire And Damnation, all of SAXON’s greatest anthems have been revisited on Eagles Over Hellfest, an unmissable collection showcasing the band’s exemplary career devoted to Heavy Metal!

Eagles Over Hellfest will be released on June 13th via Silver Lining Music and is available to pre-order as a double audio CD set along with the band’s latest studio album, Hell, Fire And Damnation, and as a standalone double coloured vinyl and digital release. Pre-order from April 11th at this location

Watch “Princess Of The Night (Live at Hellfest)” below – video courtesy of Sombrero & Co in collaboration with Hellfest Productions.

Following the success of the Hell, Fire and Steel European tour and the recently announced “Castles & Eagles” headline shows in France, SAXON show no signs of slowing down with a long list of dates across Europe and the UK planned throughout 2025. For tickets and more information visit: www.saxon747.com

2025 Upcoming Dates:

APR 25 – Meta Valley, Osaka (Japan)
APR 26 – Unit, Tokyo (Japan)
APR 27 – Shibuya Stream Hall, Tokyo (Japan)
MAY 3 – Bangers Open Air Festival, Sao Paulo (Brazil)
MAY 4 – Mister Rock, Belo Horizonte (Brazil)
MAY 6 – Opinião, Porto Alegre (Brazil)
MAY 8 – Teatro Flores, Buenos Aires (Argentina)
MAY 9 – Complejo Sala, Montevideo (Uruguay)
MAY 11 – The Metal Fest, Santiago (Chile)
JUN 6 – Heavy Weekend, Nancy (France)
JUL 2 – Rockharz Festival, Ballenstadt (Germany)
JUL 12 – Area 53 Festival, Leoben (Austria)
JUL 24 – Lokomotivat, Ekilstuna (Sweden)
JUL 25 – Öland Rock Festival, Borgholm (Sweden)
JUL 26 – Garden, Linköping (Sweden)
JUL 27 – Furuvik, Gävle (Sweden)
AUG 1 – Wacken Open Air, Wacken (Germany)
AUG 9 – Stallörsparken, Ekenäs (Finland)
AUG 16 – Summer Breeze Festival, Dinkelsbühl (Germany)
AUG 29 – Neuborn Open Air, Wörrstadt (Germany)
SEPT 5 – Santana 27, Bilbao (Spain)
SEPT 6 – La Riviera, Madrid (Spain)
SEPT 7 – Razzmatazz, Barcelona (Spain)
SEPT 11 – Zénith, Paris (France)*
SEPT 12 – Zénith, Nantes (France)*
SEPT 13 – Zénith, Toulouse (France)*
NOV 4 – Ulster Hall, Belfast (UK)
NOV 5 – 3Olympia Theatre, Dublin (Ireland)
NOV 7 – O2 Apollo, Manchester (UK)
NOV 8 – Octagon Centre, Sheffield (UK)
NOV 9 – Glasgow Academy (UK)
NOV 11 – O2 City Hall, Newcastle (UK)
NOV 13 – Beacon, Bristol (UK)
NOV 14 – Civic Hall, Wolverhampton (UK)
NOV 15 – Hammersmith Apollo, London (UK)
NOV 16 – Great Hall, Cardiff (UK)
NOV 28 – Metal Hammer Paradise, Lübeck (Germany)
*Castles & Eagles show

Eagles Over Hellfest Track Listing:

  1. Hell, Fire and Damnation (Live at Hellfest)
  2. Motorcycle Man (Live at Hellfest)
  3. Power and the Glory (Live at Hellfest)
  4. Madame Guillotine (Live at Hellfest)
  5. Heavy Metal Thunder (Live at Hellfest)
  6. Dallas 1 PM (Live at Hellfest)
  7. The Eagle Has Landed (Live at Hellfest)
  8. Strong Arm of the Law (Live at Hellfest)
  9. And the Bands Played On (Live at Hellfest)
  10. Denim and Leather (Live at Hellfest)
  11. Wheels of Steel (Live at Hellfest)
  12. 747 (Strangers in the Night) [Live at Hellfest]
  13. Crusader (Live at Hellfest)
  14. Princess of the Night (Live at Hellfest)

SAXON:
BIFF BYFORD – Vocals
NIGEL GLOCKLER – Drums
DOUG SCARRATT – Guitar
BRIAN TATLER – Guitar
NIBBS CARTER – Bass

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DREAM EVIL Release New “Thunder In the Night” EP, Out Now

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Gothenburg’s DREAM EVIL, the authors of “The Book Of Heavy Metal”, returned loud and strong to the spotlight last year with their seventh studio album “Metal Gods”. Including 10 new songs of pure steel, “Metal Gods” was a first release in 7 long years since the previous “SIX” album and continued the band’s tradition of classic Heavy Metal madness.

DREAM EVIL are now pleased to launch 4 additional and completing songs from the “Metal Gods” sessions via the Digital EP “Thunder In The Night”, including lead guest guitar appearances by Andy LaRocque (King Diamond) on the title-track and Pontus Norgren (Hammerfall) on “Fight For Glory” (Previously a Japanese CD bonus-track). Here is the tracklisting for the release out today:

“Thunder In The Night” EP (15:28 min.):

  1. Thunder In The Night (04:10)
  2. Calm In The Storm (04:11)
  3. Fight For Glory (03:32)
  4. Criminal (03:31)

DREAM EVIL bass-player Peter Stålfors checked in with the following comment about the “Thunder In The Night” EP: “It’s so much fun recording a new album, but sometimes it can be a little bit too much fun… and you record too many songs to fit on one album! That was the case when we released ‘Metal Gods’ last summer. But now the time has come to finally release the remaining four songs from ‘Metal Gods’ sessions on this brand-new EP entitled ‘Thunder in the Night’. Watch out for the guest guitar soloists, Andy LaRocque (King Diamond) on the title-track ‘Thunder in the Night’ and Pontus Norgren (Hammerfall) on ‘Fight for Glory’. It’s not just Heavy Metal, it’s also ‘Thunder in the Night’!”

Check out the “Thunder In The Night” EP here: https://dreamevil.lnk.to/ThunderInTheNight

Once again featuring recording/mixing duties by DREAM EVIL guitarist Fredrik Nordström at his legendary Studio Fredman (In Flames, At The Gates, HammerFall, Arch Enemy, Bring Me The Horizon, etc.), the “Metal Gods” album and the “Thunder In The Night” EP also feature cover artwork by Seth Siro Anton (Paradise Lost, Exodus, Rotting Christ, etc.).

The previously released videos for the “Metal Gods” album can still be seen here:

And “Metal Gods” is still available for purchase here: https://dreamevil.lnk.to/MetalGods

Here is a list of upcoming DREAM EVIL live appearances:

DREAM EVIL – Live 2025:
06 – 08.06. Madison, Wisconsin (USA) – Mad With Power Fest
14.06. Vaasa (Finland) – Lissälyää Festival
08.08. Malmö (Sweden) – Malmöfestivalen
16.08. Larkollen (Norway) – Riviera Rock
31.10 – 03.11. Mediterranea Metal Cruise (Greece)

More shows will be announced soon…

Stay tuned for more news on DREAM EVIL…and remember: HEAVY METAL always strikes back!!!

DREAM EVIL line-up:
(From left to right on photo by Patric Ullaeus)

Fredrik Nordström – Lead Rhythm Guitars
Peter Stålfors – Lead Bass
Niklas Isfeldt – Lead Vocals
Sören Fardvik – Lead Drums
Markus Fristedt – Lead Lead Guitar

DREAM EVIL online:
http://www.dreamevil.se
https://www.facebook.com/DreamEvilOfficial
https://www.instagram.com/dreamevilband/

WAR OF ATTRITION Release Fierce New Single + Lyric Video ‘The Devil You’ve Become’

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Irish metal outfit War Of Attrition return with their most daring and musically ambitious release to date. 

Their brand-new single “The Devil You’ve Become” is a defiant and emotionally-charged critique of religious warfare and generational suffering in the so-called Holy Lands, delivered with the kind of raw intensity and unflinching honesty that has come to define this rising force in Irish metal.

Listen to “The Devil You’ve Become” now on all major streaming platforms.

Formed in 2020 amidst the global chaos of lockdown, War Of Attrition emerged from the digital ether with a mission: to make heavy, thought-provoking music that doesn’t pull its punches. Born from the minds of guitarist Ocean McCormack and vocalist Nathan Price, the band quickly evolved into a powerhouse five-piece with the addition of punk-rooted bassist Keith “RC” McNamara, seasoned drummer Damian “Shapes” Smith, and more recently, death metal shredder Andrew Cooke, who joined in 2024. 

On ‘The Devil You’ve Become’, War Of Attrition pull no punches. Drawing parallels between historical and contemporary atrocities, the track is a searing indictment of religious dogma, genocide, and the devastating consequences of unchecked power. The band offer an unflinching perspective. one rooted in their own Irish identity and deep empathy for the oppressed, standing firmly in solidarity with Palestine and all those suffering under the weight of colonialism and military aggression.

Musically, the single marks a bold evolution in the band’s sound. Merging melodic sensibilities with their signature aggression, “The Devil You’ve Become” sees Nathan Price blending haunting clean vocals with visceral death metal gutturals, while Ocean’s black metal-tinged backing screams add a feral edge. The result is an electrifying call-and-response that culminates in a climactic final chorus.
 
Ocean’s guitar work, influenced by Irish legends like Thin Lizzy and Gary Moore, channels a bluesy, emotionally-resonant solo rather than high-speed theatrics, a moment of soulful clarity in the storm. New guitarist Andrew Cooke brings depth and muscle to the track, reinforcing its weight with intricate harmonies and thunderous rhythm lines. Meanwhile, Shapes’ cinematic drumming, complete with marching snares and booming toms, adds a militaristic tension, underscoring the song’s thematic narrative. Keith RC’s grounded, driving bass lines provide the crucial backbone, locking the whole composition together.
 
Recorded across multiple studios, including The Learning Hub in Limerick, Rekondra Studios, and Ocean’s own Godless Inc, the band intentionally opted for a raw, unpolished feel. Drums and core guitar tracks were laid down live and free of a metronome to retain the natural push and pull of human performance. The result is a track that breathes with organic power, underpinned by the timeless crunch of a 5150/808 guitar tone combo, and mastered by the esteemed Richard Dawling at Wav Mastering Studios.

This release is more than just a new single, it’s a statement of intent. With “The Devil You’ve Become,” War Of Attrition are doubling down on their commitment to speak truth to power and create music that resonates beyond the stage. With their debut full-length album in the works and slated for release in Autumn 2025, the band are poised to take their place at the forefront of modern metal, not just in Ireland, but far beyond.
 
War Of Attrition are not here to entertain. They’re here to challenge, to provoke, and to inspire. And “The Devil You’ve Become” is the sound of a band unafraid to stare into the darkest corners of history and scream back.

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https://www.instagram.com/waroaie/
https://warofattrition.ie/war-of-attrition-the-band/

INFAMOUS STIFFS’ New Single ‘Loose Screwz’ Out Now

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Infamous Stiffs return with their latest powerhouse anthem, ‘Loose Screwz‘, out now via Golden Robot Records. A song forged in the chaos of modern America, ‘Loose Screwz’ (*Explicit Lyrics*) captures the push and pull of daily life with raw energy, biting lyrics, and a glimmer of optimism that cuts through the madness.

Fusing punk rock grit with unrelenting intensity, Infamous Stiffs once again prove why they remain a force to be reckoned with. ‘Loose Screwz’ is a sonic gut punch, a high-energy track that speaks to the turbulence of the times while offering an electrifying escape for listeners.

Infamous Stiffs have built a reputation for delivering hard-hitting, no-nonsense rock ‘n’ roll with an edge. Known for their adrenaline-fueled live performances and razor-sharp songwriting, the band continues to carve their path in the punk and rock scene with unapologetic authenticity.

‘Loose Screwz’ is out now & is available on all major streaming platforms via Golden Robot Records. Stream here: https://orcd.co/loose-screwz

Infamous Stiffs are:
Scott Wilkins – Vocals: AKA “Snotty Scotty” the former voice and snarl in front of Verbal Abuse, Electric Frankenstein, Hollywood Hate & CD2 (Condemned to Death).
Troy Takaki– Bass: Bass slinging from Bay Area now LA, currently riding with the Boneless Ones & Infamous Stiffs
Mark Pananides – Guitar: Also a Hollywood Hate Alumni. Other previous bands include, Nardcore’s Rat Pack, The Living End (U.S. band pre-dating the Australian one), Cynical. He also did a string of dates with Junkyard sitting in on guitar.
Dave Bach – Banging on the drums since a we lad. Formally with The Afflicted, House of Wheels & currently sitting in with SF’s very own The Avengers and cracking snare drums with Infamous Stiffs

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HELLFOX Unveil First Single/ Video ‘Seaweed Braids’, New Album “The Spectrum of Human Gravity” Out June 6th

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Rockshots Records proudly announces the first single and official video from HELLFOX, an all-female band that blends melodic death and alternative metal with a sharp emotional edge. Titled “Seaweed Braids“, the song anticipates their upcoming album “The Spectrum of Human Gravity”, a bold and emotional journey set for release next June. 6th 2025.

Merging the power of melodic death metal with the versatility of alternative metal, HELLFOX stands out as a rare all-female force in the extreme metal scene. Drawing inspiration from bands like Amorphis, In Flames, and Dark Tranquillity, the band deliberately steers away from symphonic tropes, instead crafting a sound based on heavy riffs, acid and distorted synths, and dual female vocals — one melodic, one growled — to shape a modern and visceral sonic identity.

“Seaweed Braids“ is a melancholic and introspective track that opens the emotional arc of the new album. As the band explains, the song evokes the image of a fragile creature submerged in deep waters — a metaphor for a soul lost in pain and memory. Lyrically, the track reflects on the irreversible moment when we realize what we’ve lost and can only sing a lullaby to the waves.

The upcoming album, “The Spectrum of Human Gravity,” explores human emotions without judgment or analysis, focusing instead on acceptance and the weight each feeling carries depending on personal wounds and life experience. The lyrics touch on heavy yet universal themes — from loneliness and suicide to mental health and identity — always through metaphor and imagery, allowing each listener to find personal meaning in the music.

The band’s name reflects their dual nature: introspective yet fierce, fluid yet grounded. Each member brings a distinct musical background, united by the desire to break boundaries and tell stories that resonate with the rawest corners of the human experience.

LISTEN: http://lnk.to/VWMn1P

Due out June 6th, 2025, album pre-orders are now available at the following link: https://bit.ly/3EsNGWd​

To celebrate the release of “The Spectrum of Human Gravity”, HELLFOX will hit the stage with a series of live shows. The first two dates have already been announced, with many more on the way. Stay tuned for a full tour schedule soon to be revealed!

07/07/2025 with Broken By The Scream at the Legend Club, Milan, Italy
​18/07/2025 with Genus Ordinis Dei at Have A Drink On Me Day 5 Fest, Brembate di Sopra (Bg) Italy

TRACK LISTING:​
1. Nautilus – Seaweed Braids
2. Empty
3. Water On The Ceiling
4. Pareidolia
5. Atlas
6. Six Times Lighter
7. The Centipede
8. The Warrior, The Child, The Healer
9. Voices

Hellfox Line Up:​
Greta Hammonia Antico: vocals
Priscilla Poe Foresti: bass and vocals
Gloria Naflekt Kaps: guitars
Federica Fedi Piscopo: drums
​
​CREDITS:​
Recorded at Eden Studio by Alessio Lucatti
Mixed and Mastered by Domination Studio by Simone Mularoni.
Cover art by Eva Marabotti.

More info: https://www.rockshots.eu | https://www.instagram.com/hellfoxofficial | https://www.facebook.com/HellfoxOfficial

RISE OF KRONOS Unleash New Single ‘Poison Of The Gods’, Currently Touring Europe with VADER

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German death metallers RISE OF KRONOS continue their relentless rise in the extreme metal scene with the release of their latest single, “Poison Of The Gods“. Following the success of their critically acclaimed 2024 album Imperium, this new track further cements their place as one of the most formidable forces in modern death metal. The track was mixed by Nino Helfrich (Skull Tone Studios) and mastered by Joel Wanasek (known for his work with Machine Head, Ice Nine Kills and Miss May I), ensuring a powerful and polished production that enhances its crushing intensity.

With “Poison Of The Gods” the band also introduces a new lineup. Singer Tom comments: ”Poison Of The Gods is a statement for the future as a 4-piece band. It showcases the brutality and energy that Henne, as the new guitarist, brings to the group, but also the creativity that has been unleashed through the new lineup. This song marks the beginning of a journey that will continue to gain momentum!”

The track is now available on all major streaming platforms, accompanied by an intense and visually stunning music video, filmed in the legendary village of Wacken, home of the world-famous Wacken Open Air festival.

Currently RISE OF KRONOS are on the road for their highly anticipated European tour. Teamed up with Polish death metal legends VADER, they are set to bring an unrelenting wave of brutality to stages across the continent!

RISE OF KRONOS live, remaining shows:
15.04.2025 DE – Weinheim, Cafe Central
16.04.2025 DE – Bremen, Tivoli
17.04.2025 DE – Trier, Forum
18.04.2025 NL – Leiden, Nobel
20.04.2025 UK – Birmingham, The Asylum
22.04.2025 UK – Glasgow, Slay
23.04.2025 UK – Dublin, Opium
24.04.2025 UK – Manchester, Club Academy
25.04.2025 UK – London, Underworld
26.04.2025 DE – Bochum, Ruhrcongress
27.04.2025 DE – Erfurt, Club From Hell
02.05.2025 DE – Halen, Hell Over Halen Open Air
03.05.2025 DE – Vechta, Assault Of The Undead Festival
16.05.2025 DE – Hamburg, Markthalle
04.07.2025 DE – Aachen, Louder Than Karl Festival
05.07.2025 DE – Ehndorf, Rockarea A7 Festival
12.07.2025 DE – Barleben, Damned Days Festival
25.07.2025 DE – Freissenbüttel, Burning Q Festival
26.07.2025 DE – Flensburg, Ankerground Open Air
11.10.2025 DE – Leipzig, Hellraiser
01.11.2025 DE – Ahrensburg, Unleash The Kraken Festival
10.01.2026 DE – Berlin, Slaughterhouse

About the band:

In 2021, RISE OF KRONOS exploded onto the death metal scene, rising from the ashes of thewell-established band Surface. After 11 relentless years of intense touring, three hard-hitting albums, and an unyielding dedication to their craft, Surface found themselves at a critical juncture. Feeling an overwhelming urge to evolve and transcend their previous identity, the band membersembarked on a transformative journey to push their music – and themselves – to the next level.

The decision to reinvent themselves was not made lightly. They were determined to honor the legacy they had forged and to maintain the powerful connection they had built with their devotedfanbase, the Titans. In a nod to their past, they took on the name RISE OF KRONOS, a tribute totheir 2015 album and a symbol of their rebirth, blending past, present, and future in a single strokeof defiance.

RISE OF KRONOS represents an unholy fusion of dark, brutal, and modern death metal. Their sound incorporates the vicious edge of Swedish death metal with the technical precision of progressive elements and the raw intensity of hardcore. As seasoned musicians, they have perfected their craft, delivering a sonic experience that is both innovative and rooted in the traditions of extreme metal.

Inspired by Greek mythology, the band has cultivated a rich conceptual identity, invoking the wrathand grandeur of ancient gods. Their live shows are immersive and electrifying, transporting audiences to a world where the power of Olympus and the chaos of the underworld collide. With each performance, they guide their audience on a thunderous journey, wielding crushing riffs andrelentless rhythms like weapons of war.

In 2024, RISE OF KRONOS unleashes their highly anticipated album, Imperium. With this release, they take their mythological themes to new heights, channeling the rage and power of the Titans through blistering death metal anthems. Imperium is an evolution in the band’s sound, delivering a more expansive, ambitious, and ferocious body of work. The album plunges deep intothe battle between gods and mortals, with each track a reflection of the eternal struggle forsupremacy and domination.

Imperium marks a defining moment for RISE OF KRONOS, solidifying their place as a rising force in modern death metal while continuing their legacy of transformation and reinvention. With aburning desire to conquer new territory, the band is poised to leave an indelible mark on the metallandscape. Kronos has risen, and his empire is just beginning!

RISE OF KRONOS are:
Tom Robinson – Vocals, Bass
Jhonnie Ritter – Guitar
Hendrik Schmidt – Guitar
Marco Bechreiner – Drums