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MONSTROSITY Announce “Screams Across Europe Tour 2026” with Special Guests: Bio Cancer, Reject The Sickness & Deadwood

Posted by tarjavirmakari on February 10, 2026
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MONSTROSITY, the relentless US death metal legends, have unleashed details on their “Screams Across Europe Tour 2026“! The Florida-based death machine will devastate the continent with crushing, aggressive performances in support of their highly anticipated new album, Screams From Beneath The Surface, to be released March 13, 2026 via Metal Blade Records (licensed by Conquest Music Inc.). Joining the carnage as special guests: Bio Cancer, Reject The Sickness, and Deadwood. Brace for punishing, no holds barred shows!! This juggernaut tour promises to deliver pure brutality and unrelenting extremity. Stay tuned for full dates and ticket info as the screams echo across Europe!

Screams Across Europe Tour 2026
MONSTROSITY
+Bio Cancer
+Reject The Sickness
+Deadwood

April 18, 2026 SWITZERLAND Luzern – Metalstorm Festival
April 19, 2026 AUSTRIA Salzburg – Rockhouse
April 21, 2026 CROATIA Zagreb – Vintage Industrial Bar
April 22, 2026 ITALY Bologna – Alchemica Music Club
April 23, 2026 SWITZERLAND Geneva – L’Usine
April 25, 2026 FRANCE Saint Omer – Brutal Swamp
April 28, 2026 BELGIUM Kotrijk – DVG
April 29, 2026 HOLLAND Tilburg – Hall of Fame
April 30, 2026 HOLLAND Amersfoort – Fluor
May 01, 2026 GERMANY Essen – Turock
May 02, 2026 GERMANY Jena – F Haus
May 03, 2026 POLAND Swidnica – Bolko
May 05, 2026 POLAND Krakow – Zaścianek
May 06, 2026 POLAND Bielsko Biala – Rude Boy
May 07, 2026 SLOVAKIA Bratislava – Pink Whale
May 08, 2026 CZECH REPUBLIC Jablunkov – Rock Cafe
May 09, 2026 SLOVAKIA Kosice – Collosseum
May 10, 2026 POLAND Lublin – Fabryka Kultury Zgrzyt

More dates will be announced!

Emerging from the shadowy depths of the extreme metal underground, MONSTROSITY reasserts their unrelenting dominance with their latest opus, Screams From Beneath The Surface, set to drop on March 13th on Metal Blade Records.

This ferocious release -their first in seven years – showcases the band’s signature blend of aggression, technical precision, and intensity. Led by drummer, founder, and primary songwriter Lee Harrison, MONSTROSITY is reinvigorated with a formidable lineup: long-tenured guitarist Matt Barnes, the triumphant return of original bassist Mark Van Erp, and vocalist Ed Webb (ex-Massacre), whose guttural, visceral delivery injects electrifying new energy into the band’s sound. Screams From Beneath The Surface not only solidifies MONSTROSITY‘s hallmark death metal ferocity but also pushes the genre’s boundaries, forging a path that is both innovative and true to their roots.

The album, containing ten tracks of uncompromising death metal, exemplifies the insurgent spirit MONSTROSITY has long been celebrated for. Standout songs like “Banished To The Skies” and “The Atrophied” deliver a masterclass in blending bone-crushing riffs, intricate drumming, and vivid, visceral lyrical imagery that sears into the listener’s psyche. Meanwhile, tracks such as “The Dark Aura” and “Fortunes Engraved In Blood” showcase the band’s ability to evolve, introducing fresh sonic dimensions while maintaining the savage intensity that defines their legacy. Each composition is evidence of MONSTROSITY‘s technical prowess and their refusal to compromise, cementing their status as pioneers of the genre.

Screams From Beneath The Surface was crafted with meticulous attention to detail, reflecting Harrison’s monstrous vision and the band’s seamless chemistry. The recording process spanned multiple studios to achieve sonic perfection. Drums, bass, and mixing were handled at Audiohammer Studios under the expert guidance of producer Jason Suecof (The Black Dahlia Murder, Deicide, Job For A Cowboy), while vocals, guitars, and mastering took place at the legendary Morrisound Studios, where MONSTROSITY reunited with revered producer Jim Morris (Iced Earth, Warrant, Savatage), alongside Mark Prator and BJ Ramone. This combination of cutting-edge and classic production techniques ensure a punishing sound that is honoring the band’s storied history while embracing modern death metal’s evolution. The album’s striking cover art, created by artist Timbul Cahyono, is a wholly organic creation, free from AI or computer-generated renderings, embodying the raw, authentic spirit of MONSTROSITY‘s music.

In advance of the record’s release, today the band unleashes first single, “The Colossal Rage.” The track hits hard and gets right to the point. This straightforward song delivers a barrage of riffs with a monstrous attitude. New MONSTROSITY vocalist, Ed Webb, unleashes a punishing performance including some monumental screams. ‘A pedestal for a king to rise‘ indeed. Van Erp’s bass relentlessly pummels throughout, complemented by Barnes’ impressive lead guitar work. Harrison wrote the original themes for the song and collaborated with Barnes to elevate it to the next level. The lyrics are unforgiving and dominating, sparing no living creature. Fully intended to roll over the listener like a bulldozer.

Watch MONSTROSITY‘s video for “The Colossal Rage,” directed by Thomas Crane of Kill Devil Films:

With Screams From Beneath The Surface, the band not only upholds the brutal tradition established by their previous works but also charts bold new territory, delivering a release that is as innovative as it is devastating.

Find pre-orders at: metalblade.com/monstrosity

Screams From Beneath The Surface Track Listing:
1. Banished To The Skies
2. The Colossal Rage
3. The Atrophied
4. Spiral
5. Fortunes Engraved In Blood
6. Vapors
7. The Thorns
8. Blood Works
9. The Dark Aura
10. Veil Of Disillusion

MONSTROSITY:
Ed Webb – vocals
Matt Barnes – guitars
Mark Van Erp – bass
Lee Harrison – drums

https://www.monstrosity.us
https://www.facebook.com/MonstrosityOfficial
https://www.instagram.com/monstrosityflorida
https://www.conquestmusic.com

EARTHSIDE Announce Debut European Headline Shows for 2026

Posted by tarjavirmakari on February 10, 2026
Posted in: Int. News, News. Tagged: EARTHSIDE. Leave a comment
Photo (c) Justin Borucki

Cinematic rock visionaries Earthside have announced their long-awaited debut European headline shows for this May and June as they draw the curtain on the colossal Let The Truth Speak chapter.
 
They will begin in the UK on 22 May in London (229 Venue) before heading to France (Le Klub, Paris), The Netherlands (Boerderij, Zoetermeer), Germany (MTC, Cologne and Betty, Hamburg), Denmark (Stengade,  Copenhagen), Sweden (Kollektivet Livet, Stockholm) and they finish in Finland with a club headline show (venue TBA) and then an appearance on 5 June at Ankea Festival, Tampere.

Talking about the tour, drummer Ben Shanbrom says: “It’s been far too long since Earthside has toured one of our favorite places in the world and our true home-away-from-home—Europe. What was initially our plan for ushering in the new Let The Truth Speak era, unfortunately hit repeated roadblocks due to several difficult circumstances well beyond our control. But by hell or high water, we would not close the second chapter of Earthside’s career without a proper European run, and now we are thrilled to finally meet many of you and reunite with our countless friends on the continent.”

Tour Dates:
Tickets can be purchased HERE
 
Friday 22nd May – 229 The Venue – London, UK
Saturday 23rd May – Le Klub – Paris, France
Sunday 24th May – Boerderij-  Zoetermeer, The Netherlands
Wednesday 27th May – MTC – Cologne, Germany 
Friday 29th May – Betty – Hamburg, Germany 
Saturday 30th May – Stengade – Copenhagen, Denmark
Monday 1st June – Kollektivet Livet – Stockholm, Sweden
Thursday 4th June – Save the date – TBA – Helsinki, Finland*
Friday 5th June – Ankea Festival – Tampere, Finland
 
*Details to be announced at a later date

Earthside’s blend of cinematic post- rock tendencies with worldly collaborators bring a type of live energy that is unique and compelling amidst their peers. They weave between an instrumental band and one who is enhanced by visual elements and collaborators, presenting a unique show for all to see.
 
In January they released their latest song ‘earthsink’ – an explosive collaboration with U.S. experimental metal artist Daedric, which featured as an exclusive bonus track on the album. The song rises with celestial beauty before crashing down with Earthside’s trademark, world-shaking intensity. The song provides an enthralling example that the band are in a perpetual state of evolution.  
 
Keyboardist Frank Sacramone reflects on the era: “Let The Truth Speak challenged everything—our writing, our production, our entire creative identity. It defined what ‘cinematic rock’ truly means for us. Now, we’re forging a future that can sustain our grandest visions.”
 
The journey has been one of discovery and endurance. Released in November 2023, Let The Truth Speak came after an eight year gap from their debut album A Dream In Static. Rejuvenated and fizzing with ideas, the new album delivered a series of standout singles of incredible collaborations; from the haunting ‘We Who Lament featuring Canadian vocals Keturah’ to Let The Truth Speak with Daniel Tompkins and Gennady Tkachenko-Papizh and Pattern of Rebirth featuring AJ Channer (Fire From The Gods).
 
The award-winning video for ‘All We Knew And Ever Loved’ featuring Baard Kolstad (Leprous) was the one that started it all back in the summer of 2021 – the video went on to earn Best Music Video at the United Artist International Film Festival and screened at festivals worldwide.
 
The one year anniversary of the album was celebrated with their first North American headline tour in early 2025 and the release of ‘frozen heart ~ burning world,’ which built on their enthralling 2024 performances on tour with Soen and Leprous.
The band, giving no hints away, say, “Expect a show-stopping set, brand new music, and some very exciting surprises. Don’t miss it! We’ll see you out there.”
 
Earthside are Jamie van Dyck [Guitars, backing vocals, programming, keyboards], Ben Shanbrom [drums, backing vocals], Frank Sacramone [Keyboards, synthesizers, programming, percussion, guitar] and Ryan Griffin [Bass, backing vocals].

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ASCHEN Drop New Lyric Video ‘The Last Glow’ from Upcoming Debut Album

Posted by tarjavirmakari on February 10, 2026
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Basque black metal unit Aschen has released a haunting lyric video for their latest track, “The Last Glow.” The song is a standout piece from their upcoming debut album, The Never Ending Search, set to be unleashed on March 13, 2026.

“The Last Glow” paints a world after the sun’s death, where humanity survives by feeding a single flame that slowly consumes everything, until only the self remains. The flame becomes a metaphor for human dissatisfaction: endless, devouring, and only resolved through inner transformation.

Founded in 2022 by Mikel Telletxea (vocals, guitar, programming), Aschen has grown from a solo vision into a powerful creative partnership with the addition of bassist Atauzz (Korkut, Kurkuma, 2Sonte).

The duo recorded the debut at Atala Studios in Spain, ensuring the project’s raw energy was captured with precision. To achieve a massive, professional finish, the album was mastered by Toni Lindgren at the world-renowned Fascination Street Studios in Sweden—the same hands behind the sound of heavyweights like Dimmu Borgir, Katatonia, and Kreator.

The Sound of Aschen
Aschen’s approach to black metal is both aggressive and expansive. By blending traditional frost-bitten roots with doom-laden atmosphere and technical blast beats, the band creates a soundscape that is as melodic as it is punishing. Lyrically, they bridge the gap between English and Basque, exploring themes of psychological fracture and environmental decay that go far beyond standard genre tropes.

Connect with ASCHEN:

aschen1.bandcamp.com
www.facebook.com/people/Aschen/61556623060502
www.youtube.com/@aschenband

FROZEN FACTORY Unleash Visceral New Lyric Video for ‘Apoca-Lip-Sync’

Posted by tarjavirmakari on February 10, 2026
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Progressive alt-metal phenomenon Frozen Factory returns with “Apoca-Lip-Sync,” a searing track that exposes the manipulation and chaos of modern society. With razor-sharp lyrics and visceral imagery, the band confronts blind obedience, systemic control, and self-destruction, all while questioning where hope, heart, and strength truly lie.

Stream “Apocalypse Inc.”: orcd.co/apocalypseinc

Also Available: Previous Singles:

The Nothing I Want More: Watch: youtu.be/NSmt1DvuW00 – Stream: orcd.co/tniwm

“Get More Stupid”: Watch: youtu.be/66fUkMFtxSM – Stream: orcd.co/gms

About Frozen Factory

Frozen Factory shapes a distinct heavy rock sound built on prog-leaning metal and exploring deep themes of conflict, truth, and mystery. Their expansive influences span from the classic rock introspection of Pink Floyd and the metal might of Iron Maiden to the alternative intensity of Alice in Chains and the dark wave textures of Depeche Mode, showcasing a band with strong artistic control.

Formed in late 2018, the band’s direction was quickly cemented by the arrival of British/Finnish vocalist Stephen Baker. Following their debut album Planted Feet and their first live show in 2020, the current lineup—featuring drummer Marianne Heikkinen and lead guitarist Zsolt Szilagyi—solidified their momentum. Their 2022 album, Of Pearls & Perils, garnered notable radio support, including airplay on Germany’s SWR1, setting a high benchmark for their new material.

FROZEN FACTORY Line-Up:
Stephen Baker – Lead Vocals
Tomi Hassinen – Bass
Zsolt Szilagyi – Lead Guitar
Johnny Koivumäki – Rhythm Guitar
Marianne Heikkinen – Drums.

Connect with FROZEN FACTORY:
frozenfactorymusic.com
instagram.com/frozenfactorymusic
facebook.com/frozenfactorymusic
youtube.com/frozenfactorymusic

Between Forgetting & Remembering: MeloDeathers FROM ASHES REBORN Release Third Single ‘Wraiths Of Memories’

Posted by tarjavirmakari on February 10, 2026
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Photo by From Ashes Reborn — Logo: Oched Artworks

At the beginning of December last year, after a lengthy hiatus, FROM ASHES REBORN announced their return, which was celebrated with the release of their first single, “Chasing Utopia”, followed by the second one, “In Truth Divided”.

The brand new follow-up single, “Wraiths Of Memories”, also gives a captivating preview of the upcoming second album “Chasing Utopia” – the highly explosive follow-up to their 2018 debut “Existence Exiled”!

Further information, artwork and release details will follow shortly.
Stay tuned and follow the band on their social media channels to stay up to date.

Between hope and doom, between salvation and deception – “Chasing Utopia” tells of a world that has lost itself. A world in which meaning has become a commodity – and truth a tool of those who know how to sell it …

The band describes the new single:
“‘Wraiths Of Memories’ is a descent into the echoes of the past – where memories turn to ghosts and every scar tells its own story. It speaks of loss, self-reflection, and the struggle to find light in the ruins of what once was. Carried by melancholic melodies and driving intensity, the song shifts between fragility and strength. A reflection on holding on and letting go – and on what remains when even memory starts to fade.”

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🎥 🎬 ⚙️ From Ashes Reborn

With their brilliant debut album, FROM ASHES REBORN confidently counted themselves among the most promising new MELODIC DEATH METAL bands from Germany.
Founded in 2017, the talented musicians from Wittlich presented a stunning first work … [ … learn more here » ]

LINE-UP
Ronny • Vocals
Dirk • Lead & solo guitar
Sebastian • Rhythm guitar & backing vocals
Thomas • Drums

DISCOGRAPHY
2018 • Existence Exiled • Full-length
2026 • Chasing Utopia • Full-length

More information: https://www.facebook.com/thesplendidpath/

MILWAUKEE METAL FESTIVAL 2026 Adds DEATH ANGEL (Performing ‘Act III’), VIO-LENCE + More to Lineup

Posted by tarjavirmakari on February 10, 2026
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Just when fans thought it couldn’t get any better, Milwaukee Metal Festival is pleased to now surprise everyone with five new additions to the lineup! As IRON REAGAN moves now to Saturday due to them joining a tour, DEATH ANGEL will now claim IRON REAGAN’s Friday spot, in which they will be performing a special ‘Act III’ set. VIO-LENCE has now also been added to Friday, meanwhile, INCITE has also moved from Sunday to Friday, with the triple threat of GREEN JELLŸ, STILL STAYER + VACANT VOICE now claiming the Sunday openings!

Fans can get access to the Thursday pre-party on June 4 for FREE with the purchase of a 3-day festival pass to MILWAUKEE METAL FEST. Come see ACID BATH, KILLSWITCH ENGAGE, MINISTRY, OBITUARY, AGALLOCH + many more for the BEST WEEKEND EVER!

The festival will once again return to The Rave/Eagles Club from June 5 – 7, 2026, with the pre-party kicking off on June 4! Three-day passes, two-day passes, single-day tickets, and a limited number of reserved seats are on sale now. For the full lineup, ticket options, and festival updates can be found at THIS LOCATION.

Milwaukee Metal Fest is proudly sponsored by Sumerian Records, Blue Grape Music, Reigning Phoenix Music, Copycats Hi-Fi Media, Nuclear Blast Records, Martyrstore.net, Metal Blade Records, Blk II Blk Records, Mindsnap Music, and The Rave/Eagles Club.

The updated lineup and day splits can be found below!

Milwaukee Metal Fest 2026 will once again showcase a wide range of metal styles, including death metal, doom, hardcore, metalcore, thrash, industrial, and underground extremity, with performances spread across multiple stages throughout the venue. In addition to live music, the festival will feature a dedicated floor for merchandise and collectibles, giving fans access to exclusive band merch, vinyl, rare items, and more throughout the weekend.

The final lineup is now as follows:

Friday, June 5:

Acid Bath
Obituary
Agalloch (Retrospective Set)
Death Angel (Act III Set)t
Incantation
Vio-lence
Pallbearer
Hirax
NunSlaughter
Master
Polkadot Cadaver
Creeping Death
Morta Skuld
Incite
Flesh Parade
Dusk
Jeffrey Nothing
Dawn Of Ouroboros
Blood Vulture
Cardiac Arrest
Thanatotic Desire
Eyes of the Living
Misery
Dirt

Saturday, June 6:

Killswitch Engage
Suicidal Tendencies
Machine Head
Power Trip
Agalloch (Ashes Against the Grain Album Set)
After the Burial
NAILS
Iron Reagan
Napalm Death (Rave Bar Set)
Armored Saint
Sacred Reich
Havok
Prong
Macabre
Weekend Nachos
Internal Bleeding
Generation Kill
Belushi Speed Ball
Sworn Enemy
Castrator
Casket Robbery
Human Artifacts
Heavy//Hitter
Brick by Brick
Threnody
The Suffering
Striking 13

Sunday, June 7:

Ministry
Napalm Death
John Bush (Celebrating The Songs of Anthrax 1993-2003)
All Shall Perish (Celebrating 20 years of ‘The Price Of Existence’)
Cyco Miko
Integrity
UADA
Deadguy
Primitive Man
Waking The Cadaver
Visceral Disgorge
Green Jellÿ
The Crosses (Performing Die Kreuzen)
Face Yourself
SUREFIRE
9 Dead
Frog Mallet
Still Stayer
Lecherous Nocturne
Gored Embrace
Dead by Wednesday
Texas Toast Chainsaw Massacre
Trip to the Morgue
Dark Horse Prophet

ABOUT MILWAUKEE METAL FEST

Founded in 1987, Milwaukee Metal Fest is one of the longest-running and most influential metal festivals in the United States, with a rich history of showcasing groundbreaking artists across the heavy music spectrum. After establishing itself as a cornerstone of American metal through the late 1980s and 1990s, the festival was revived in 2023 under the direction of Hatebreed frontman Jamey Jasta, ushering in a new era while honoring its legacy. Today, Milwaukee Metal Fest continues to unite fans and artists for an uncompromising celebration of metal across the iconic stages of The Rave/Eagles Club.

Follow Milwaukee Metal Fest: Website – Facebook – Instagram – X

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