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RARE ELEMENTS Releases New Single ‘Insincere’

Posted by tarjavirmakari on April 18, 2026
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Photo by Harri Sarpavaara

RARE ELEMENTS have self-released their new single “Insincere”, a modern metal track that combines the power of groove metal with the complexity of progressive metal.

“Insincere” is an intense and carefully crafted composition driven by strong riffs, tight rhythmic precision, and dynamic arrangement. The track blends heavy grooves with progressive structures, creating a sound that is both powerful and atmospheric.

The single was created by Harri Sarpavaara and Joel Kuortti. Sarpavaara is responsible for the composition, arrangement, instrumentation, vocals, and the entire production process, including recording, editing, mixing, and mastering. The lyrics were written by Kuortti, adding depth and meaning to the track.

“Insincere” was recorded at RE Studio in March 2026. The result is a polished and contemporary metal production that highlights Rare Elements’ evolving sound and artistic direction.

LISTEN to Insincere on streaming services: https://push.fm/fl/rare-elements-insincere

–Composed by Harri Sarpavaara
–Lyrics by Joel Kuortti
–Arranged, mixed & mastered by Harri Sarpavaara
–Single cover by Harri Sarpavaara
–ISRC: QZTAZ2603420

Line-up:
Harri Sarpavaara – vocals, guitars, bass, synths, drum programming

https://www.facebook.com/rareelementsrock
https://www.instagram.com/harrisarpavaara

SBG Records Joins JOSH BILICKI at Kansas Motor Speedway

Posted by tarjavirmakari on April 18, 2026
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NASCAR driver Josh Bilicki announced that he partnered with SBG Records for the Kansas Lottery 300 NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series race at Kansas Speedway. Massachusetts-based EXCO Landscaping joined as an associate marketing partner.

SBG Records is an independent hard rock record label founded by Shan Dan Horan. With a passion for raw, authentic music and a dedication to fostering emerging talent, SBG Records has carved out a unique space in the rock music scene. The label’s mission is to empower artists, nurture creativity, and bring powerful, genre-defying sounds to the forefront. SBG Records continues to champion bold, innovative rock music that pushes boundaries and connects with listeners on a deeper level. Whether through gritty, high-energy rock anthems or introspective, melodic masterpieces, SBG Records is committed to supporting artists who stay true to their craft and vision. The current roster includes Drowning Pool, Woe is Me, Secrets, Sorry X and more.

“We are excited to partner with Josh Bilicki. We both have that same underdog, all-gas-no-brakes energy,” said owner Shan Dan Horan. “We’re not just putting a logo on a car—we’re excited to bring our sound and our culture to the track and make some noise.”

“SBG Records is such a fun partner. I grew up listening to Drowning Pool and have been checking out some of their other artists,” said Bilicki. “Kansas is always a fun race, and I’m looking forward to the energy SBG will bring to the track.”

The Kansas Lottery 300 (200 laps | 300 miles) is the 10th of 33 NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series races on the 2026 schedule. Practice took place on Friday, April 17 at 6:00 p.m. followed immediately by qualifying. The field is set to take the green flag the next day at 6:00 p.m. with live coverage on The CW, the Motor Racing Network (Radio), and SiriusXM NASCAR Channel 90. All times are Central Daylight Time.

For more information on Josh Bilicki, visit https://www.joshbilickiracing.com/ or follow him on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/JoshBilickiRacing/), X (https://www.twitter.com/joshbilicki) or Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/joshbilicki/).

For more information on SBG Records, visit https://www.sbgrecords.co/.

THE LAST TEN SECONDS OF LIFE Drop New Video ‘Rat Trap’, Feat. Nate Johnson

Posted by tarjavirmakari on April 18, 2026
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Photo by Adam Zaspel

Pennsylvania metal outfit THE LAST TEN SECONDS OF LIFE today unleashes their video for “Rat Trap.” The track, which features a guest appearance by Nate Johnson (ex-Fit For An Autopsy) comes by way of the band’s new full-length, The Dead Ones, out now on Metal Blade Records!

Watch THE LAST TEN SECONDS OF LIFE‘s “Rat Trap” video HERE.

Watch the band’s previously released video for the record’s title track HERE and “Make It To Heaven” HERE.

Intense and intensely personal, The Dead Ones marks THE LAST TEN SECONDS OF LIFE‘s Metal Blade Records debut. For the ten original tracks of pulverizing deathcore produced by Carson Slovak and Grant McFarland of Pennsylvania’s Atrium Audio, the band focused on the guitar, bass, and drum tones as well as the mix/master to achieve what guitarist Wyatt McLaughlin calls, “a super-thick sonic output and ‘rolling-tank’-like feel.”

In addition to Johnson on “Rat Trap,” the record includes guest appearances by David Simonich of Signs Of The Swarm on “Make It To Heaven,” Alan Grnja of Distant on “Dollar To A Dime“, and original THE LAST TEN SECONDS OF LIFE vocalist Storm Strope on “XXXXXXXXXX.”

Hails Metal Noise of the release, “Darker than the depths of hell when the fires no longer burn, this album represents arguably the most ferocious THE LAST TEN SECONDS OF LIFE have offered in recent times.” New Transcendence writes, “The Dead Ones stands as an immense and strong entry to their robust discography, carrying on and focusing the strongest elements of their early and recent work while continuing to push their sound and dynamic in new and unexpected ways. Fans of the band will find exactly what they want out of them, and those new to the band – or those who had been estranged throughout the late 2010s and early 2020s – will find something welcoming (and even familiar) to find themselves lost in,” while Black Angel Promotions accurately notes, “The album is heavy at the beginning, heavy in the middle, and heavy in the end. It’s ten songs of constant brutality in the best way…each song stands on its own.“

Says McLaughlin, “As a unit, we built a game plan on how we would approach songwriting for this record. We examined all of THE LAST TEN SECONDS OF LIFE’s past work as well as focused on how our fanbase digested and connected with our music from the flow of structure all the way to every single word that was used. We have delivered a ten song thriller that will bellow out through the ages.”

The Dead Ones was recorded with a six-string baritone Viper from ESP-LTD tuned to Drop F, the same tuning used on the band’s 2012 Warpath EP. To elevate the intensity, the band also used an Earthquaker Devices Sunn O))) and Keeley Octa Psi drop tune pedal on certain sections.

Preview/purchase the record at: metalblade.com/tltsol

THE LAST TEN SECONDS OF LIFE:
Wyatt McLaughlin – guitars
Tyler Beam – vocals
Andrew Petway – bass
Dylan Potts – drums

https://www.thelasttensecondsoflife.com
https://www.facebook.com/thelasttensecondsoflife
https://www.instagram.com/tltsol

KÜNTSQUÄD Unleash Grimy Satirical Onslaught with New Video ‘Piss and Purge’

Posted by tarjavirmakari on April 18, 2026
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Melbourne’s premier purveyors of crust-infused death metal, Küntsquäd, are back with the release of their shocking new music video, “Piss and Purge.” The track is taken from their critically acclaimed album Satan’s Cock, out now via Wormholedeath.

Piss and Purge is a song … challenging the ideology around the normalisation of humanity’s excesses and its obsessions with disposable consumerism, which manifests both on a personal and broader level. The visuals particularly highlight the humour around the end results of rockstar like consumption of drugs of choice or other ‘fast’ consumables. The visuals also highlight how this greed manifests more broadly, asking the questions around the disposability of human life through classist warfare, and how the acquisition (consumption) of goods or territory is steadfastly sold as a necessary evil, always resulting in the death or genocide (purging) of human life. In short, it’s a satirical foray into the monstrous absurdity of what this may actually look like through the eyes of a passive observer.

Stream the album: https://orcd.co/scalbum

Previous videos:
“Genital Dismemberment Bot Cult”: https://youtu.be/om99zzMY0ac
“Satans Cock”: https://youtu.be/Nso_kHVv3oI
“Psychotropic Lyfe”: https://youtu.be/xeeiwOvpmr4
“Eat Your Entrails”: https://youtu.be/26xpIfMKKhE
“Ominous”: https://youtu.be/3ugPaxkkJlE
“Your Mum Sucks Crack in Hell”: https://youtu.be/blMQMxR9Sh0

“Satans Cock” The Album

Following their 2022 self-titled debut, which sold out multiple pressings and carved a cult following across the underground, KÜNTSQUÄD (pronounced Kountskard) double down on everything grotesque, unholy, and deliberately absurd. There are no genre walls here—only a relentless descent into sonic madness.

With the album “Satans Cock”, the band delivers a grotesque yet calculated assault—layering blast-beaten fury, apocalyptic riffs, and sneering satire into a weaponized soundscape for the damned.

About KÜNTSQUÄD:

KÜNTSQUÄD (pron. Kountskard) is a crusty death metal band from Melbourne blending guttural vocals, down-tuned riffs, and blackened chaos. Their 2022 self-titled debut on Wormholedeath Records earned global acclaim and sold-out pressings. Raw, extreme, and satirically twisted—this is metal with no genre boundaries.

Follow Küntsquäd on Social Media
www.facebook.com/kuntsquad666
www.youtube.com/@Kuntsquad666
www.instagram.com/kuntsquad_cdmetal
kuntsquad.bandcamp.com/track/eat-your-entrails-limited-edition-single

VON GROOVE Share Visualizer for New Single ‘Undefeated’ from Upcoming Album

Posted by tarjavirmakari on April 18, 2026
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Hard rockers VON GROOVE are proud to share their new single, “Undefeated,”taken from their upcoming new album ‘Born To Rock,’ set for release on May 15, 2026via Frontiers Music Srl. “Undefeated” marks the third track released from the new album and arrives alongside an official visualizer, available below. 

Drummer/vocalist Michael Shotton comments on the new track:

“‘Undefeated’ is the story of relentless persistence. Always rising to the challenge and never giving up. Defeat is not an option. Every day we step into that ring and face the enemy head-on and come out swinging. ‘Undefeated’ rocks as only VON GROOVEcan. WARNING: don’t listen to this while driving on the highway!”

VON GROOVE triumphantly returns with a jaw-dropping new album that reunites the classic original lineup: Mladen on guitars, Michael Shotton on drums and vocals, and Matthew Gerrard on bass. This isn’t just a comeback, it’s a resurrection!
 
Marking their first studio release since 2001, the album feels like it was born in the same fire as their legendary 1992 debut. The opening title-track, “Born To Rock,” explodes with the same urgency and swagger as their iconic “Once Is Not Enough” — even quoting it with a subtle nod that will send chills down the spine of longtime fans. 
 
True to their roots, VON GROOVE delivers a masterclass in melodic hard rock, with blazing guitars, soaring vocals, and airtight arrangements. The production is punchy and alive, but the soul of the record is pure 90s AOR glory. 
 
Even more exciting? VON GROOVE will be returning to the stage in 2026, bringing their renewed fire and timeless sound back to live audiences for the first time in years.

Pre-Order ‘Born To Rock’ HERE

‘Born To Rock’ Track List:

1. Born To Rock
2. Fearless
3. Champion
4. Adrenaline
5. Angela
6. Undefeated
7. Do It All Over Again
8. Heart Of Forgiveness
9. Dreams
10. Waiting For The Sky To Fall
11. Always Endlessly

Founded in 1990, VON GROOVE quickly made their mark on the Melodic Hard Rock scene. Their 1992 self-titled debut, produced by Richie Zito and featuring Deen Castronovo (later of Journey) on session drums, remains a cornerstone of the genre. Over the years, they’ve delivered fan-favorite albums like ‘Mission Man’ (‘Chameleon’ in Europe), ‘Test of Faith,’ and ‘The Seventh Day.’ Despite going on hiatus in 2001, the members stayed active, collaborating with rock legends and contributing to major projects across genres.

After 20+ years, VON GROOVE is making their epic comeback! 

VON GROOVE are:
Mladen — Guitars
Michael Shotton — Drums, Vocals
Matthew Gerrard — Bass

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Italian Rockers THE ROCK ALCHEMIST Release Live Performance Video ‘Limitless’

Posted by tarjavirmakari on April 18, 2026
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The Rock Alchemist at Magazzini Musicali Merula

THE ROCK ALCHEMIST have released their live performance video for ‘Limitless’, taken from the band’s latest album “Lead, Love and Gold”, released in 2024 via Lion Music.

The live performance video was recorded during their concert on February 28, 2026, at the auditorium of Magazzini Musicali Merula, one of the largest musical instrument stores in Europe. Mixed by Beppe Geracitano.

The band stated:
“No autotune, no samples, and no overdubbing. Just a keyboard backing track.
We care about keeping live music as pure and real as possible.
Considering how technology is overused in 2026, even on stage, we think it’s important to speak up!”

Watch the video here:

More information:
THE ROCK ALCHEMIST – formed in 2009 – Italian Rock Band from Turin with a strong sonic identity that blends modern rock with progressive, hard, alternative, and pop elements. With a contemporary and refined sound, the band has built an international following, particularly in Finland, USA, Spain, France, Brazil, Germany, Poland, and Canada.

Their music is born from a balance of emotional impact, technical skill, and production quality. Over the years, they have also connected their image to the world of motorsport and F1, becoming the first rock band to perform on the podium of the Monza Circuit during the awards ceremony of the 2015 Monza Rally Show. Several of their tracks have been used as soundtracks in TV features for programs such as Griglia di Partenza, and on channels like Eurosport or RTBF Belgium.

Their songs have also received international rock radio airplay, being broadcast on various stations in several countries, including the USA, Poland, and France (Virgin Radio France).

Latest focus videos to check out:
Live Or Die – Ayrton Senna Tribute (Eyes Of Mind 2012): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lT6zcO8cvEY
Imagine (Live at FIM 2015) https://youtu.be/Tt0hAqsbs40?si=vHzR_8922OYQUxe8
Panic Room (Elements 2017) https://youtu.be/hn6F3jfT-Mc?si=QGOJSunYRnDss127
Cars (Elements 2017) https://youtu.be/N8I2yRSKwA8?si=MOXsOvnZzS8r7Wei
American Woman (2019) https://youtu.be/ChXV2C5aUjw?si=V2qNl-AR7RdBL7RB
All I Want For Christmas Is You (2021) https://youtu.be/ocNBmWcPGjw?si=SHLpGzWi_p2KyP-o
Passion Drives You Over (Lead Love and Glod 2024) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AZiutnHzHRI

Photo credit: Beppe Geracitano

Line-up:
Aldo Garrone – Vocals
Beppe Geracitano – Guitars
Raoul Ronco – Bass
Max Gordiani – Drums

More info:
Web: https://www.therockalchemist.it
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/The-Rock-Alchemist-100063482113095/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therock_alchemist/
X: https://x.com/rock_alchemist
Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therockalchemistband

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