Internationally acclaimed symphonic metal band KAMELOT will officially launch their 2026 European headline tour with two exclusive kickoff performances under the banner “KamFest.”
The special two-night event will take place on October 30 and 31, 2026 at O13 in Tilburg, The Netherlands.
Conceived as a celebratory opening to the upcoming tour cycle, KamFest will feature two distinct lineups across consecutive evenings, offering fans unique concert experiences on each night.
Friday, October 30, 2026
KAMELOT will be joined by: Xandria, Leaves’ Eyes, Elegy
Saturday, October 31, 2026 (Halloween Night)
KAMELOT will be joined by: Blackbriar, Exit Eden, Temperance
The October 31 performance will coincide with Halloween, adding a seasonal dimension to the weekend’s programming while maintaining the band’s signature cinematic and theatrical presentation.
KamFest represents a focused launch event for the 2026 European tour, bringing together established and emerging artists from across the symphonic and melodic metal spectrum. Additional production elements and setlist details will be announced at a later date.
Ticketing information and VIP packages will be released shortly via official KAMELOT channels.
For further updates, visit official band platforms and venue announcements.
BraveWords Records is excited to announce the new Crimson Glory album “Chasing The Hydra”, the first new album from Crimson Glory in 26 years. The album will be released worldwide on all digital services, CD and vinyl on April 17th.
Alongside mainstay founding members Ben, Jeff and Dana, the band announced in 2023 the addition of amazing new vocalist Travis Wills and guitarist Mark Borgmeyer. The band have been touring heavily over the past year… making this album one of the most anticipated releases of 2026 within the Heavy Metal Scene!
Talking about the new album “Chasing The Hydra” Crimson Glory said, “We are extremely excited and honored for the release of a new Crimson Glory album. The fans have waited a long time and deserve a great album, and that’s just what we’re going to give them. Travis’s voice was the last ingredient needed to make this possible. We can’t wait for the world to hear it!”
The vinyl version of Crimson Glory’s “Chasing the Hydra” will be released and distributed by No Remorse Records.
The available vinyl formats will be:
Special Liquid-Filled Vinyl, limited and hand-numbered to 100 copies.
Hydra’s Breath Vinyl, limited to 100 copies.
Yellow / Black Splatter Vinyl, limited to 200 copies.
Half Orange / Half Red Vinyl, limited to 200 copies.
Black Vinyl.
All vinyl versions will be high quality, 180gr heavy-weight vinyl, including insert with lyrics.
Additionally, No Remorse Records will also sell exclusively at their online store a deluxe box set edition, limited and hand-numbered to only 100 copies, including the vinyl version in exclusive gold color, an exclusive cassette tape, the CD version, and a Crimson Glory full-autographed photo.
Track Listing:
Redden The Sun Chasing The Hydra Broken Together Angel In My Nightmare Indelible Ashes Beyond The Unknown Armor Against Fate Pearls Of Dust Triskaideka
Don’t miss Crimson Glory on the road in 2026:
May 16 – 17 – San Luis Potosí, Mexico – San Luis Metal Fest June 12-13 – Santurtzi, Spain – Kabiefest June 12-14 – Leeuwarden, Netherlands – Into the Grave Festival July 3-5 – Néa Anchiálos, Greece – Golden R Festival July 3-5 – Cartagena, Spain – Rock Imperium Festival July 3-6 – Knislinge, Sweden – Time To Rock July 4 – Sofia, Bulgaria – Club Live & Loud July 17-19 – Cremona, Italy – Luppolo In Rock July 29-Aug 1 – Wacken, Germany – Wacken Open Air August 5 – Turock – Essen, Germany August 6-9 – Kortrijk, Belgium – Alcatraz August 8-9 – Geiselwind, Germany – Keep it True Legions September 9-12 – Atlanta, GA – ProgPower USA
About Crimson Glory:
Crimson Glory, an American heavy metal institution that formed in 1983 in Sarasota, Florida, USA. The classic line-up featured vocalist Midnight, guitarists Jon Drenning and Ben Jackson, bass guitarist Jeff Lords, and drummer Dana Burnell. With this line-up, they rose to international fame in the mid-1980s and were considered one of the pioneers of the American progressive metal movement, alongside bands like Queensrÿche, Dream Theater, Fates Warning, and Watchtower. With 3/5 of the classic line up still intact, and now joined by acclaimed new vocalist Travis Wills, the band have been touring heavily over the past year… making this album one of the most anticipated releases of 2026 within the Heavy Metal Scene!
Today, after more than two decades of silence, VON GROOVE proudly announces their new album ‘Born To Rock,’ set for release on May 15, 2026 via Frontiers Music Srl. To celebrate the announcement, the band also shares the title track alongside an official music video, available to view below.
On the band’s return, guitarist Mladen expresses:
“It’s been a long time since the three of us made music together, but from the very first chord, the chemistry was undeniable. We poured our heart and soul into these 11 tracks and can’t wait to share them with our fans.” He continues, “’Born To Rock’ celebrates our life long love of making and performing music. When rock n roll gets in your soul it never leaves. It’s a life long addiction.”
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.
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
From left Ivar Beddari and Emil Kárlsen — Photo by: Ørjan Marakatt Bertelsen
The third single from Kárlsen’s upcoming album is his first collaboration with Ivar Beddari – the powerful work of art “Mátki – Matka – Mäʹtǩǩ – Ferden”. The title means “The Long Journey” in four languages: Northern Sámi, Finnish/Kven, Eastern/Skolt Sámi, and Norwegian, with all four languages sung in a call-and-response storytelling duet. Following the release is a beautiful music video with Emil and Ivar, that can be watched on YouTube.
The song is an homage to both artists’ multicultural backgrounds and thus also a geographical journey through their ancestors’ wandering routes. Starting with Ivar’s grandmother wandering from Karelia toward the northwest, each chorus contains a traditional location yoik that takes us further north and west through the Tornio/Durdnos Valley to the coast on the Norwegian side, before continuing northeast to the final destination of Várjjat/Varenki/Varanger Fjord. Emil explains:
– As today’s streaming platforms have limited options and favor only one language, there was never an option for us to give this song a title in just one language. It has been so inspiring to work with Ivar and to find and use the many historical references and traditional yoiks. Everything is conveyed through a driving soundscape based on traditional folk instruments such as the kantele and jaw harp, allowing the adventurous spirit of the song to emerge through both storytelling and sound.
Emil Kárlsen was born and raised in the multilingual community of Omasvuotna/Omasvunon/Storfjord near the borders between Norway, Sweden and Finland. He infuses his artistic practices with his family’s story and the history of his region.
Ivar Beddari is, like Emil, a borderless soul, hailing from an area where Norway, Finland, and Russia have drawn their national borders. He is a renowned actor, performer, playwright, and artist with Finnish and Sámi heritage.
Songwriter, actor, yoiker, and producer Emil Ráste Karlsen—better known under his artist name Emil Kárlsen—is an indigenous multi-instrumentalist born in 1997, originally from the coastal Northern Sámi community of Omasvuotna/Storfjord. Combining traditional Sámi yoiks with melodic pop songwriting and a strong band foundation, Emil’s music offers a deeply rooted sound that bridges generations and cultures.
At the core of Emil’s artistry lies a powerful intent: to build connections between people, places, and time. After a decade of performing in Norwegian with his award-winning band Resirkulert, Emil made the deliberate choice to write in his mother tongue, Northern Sámi, and to revive the tradition of juoiggan (yoiking) in the coastal Sámi areas—a form of resistance and reclamation of identity through sound.
Emil is also a celebrated actor with the Sámi National Theatre Beaivváš and stars in the acclaimed Disney+ TV series To Cook a Bear. Yet, it is on stage as a musician that Emil feels most at home. Whether performing solo, with his band, or backed by a full orchestra, Emil Kárlsen delivers emotionally charged, magnetic performances that leave a lasting impact. Every concert is a living expression of his culture and charisma—never quite the same, and always unforgettable. Through music and art, Emil Kárlsen expresses gratitude that his culture not only survives but thrives.
RAVEN lead vocalist/bassist John Gallagher has message for all the metalheads…”Hey there!! we’re hungry and itching to get back out on the road after the ‘medical gap year’ of 2025. It’s gonna be a take no prisoners full volume manic affair with Slackjaw out with us on this 2026 US tour!!”
Satellite Touring and GLM Artists are excited to announce RAVEN return to the live stage with an extensive North American tour of 40 shows from March through May this year. Support comes from special guests Slackjaw.
3/18/2026 – Wednesday – Louisville, KY – Goodwood Whiskey Row 3/19/2026 – Thursday – St. Louis, MO – Red Flag 3/20/2026 – Friday – Kansas City, MO – Westport Brewery 3/21/2026 – Saturday – Oklahoma City, OK – 89th Street Live 3/22/2026 – Sunday – Dallas, TX – RBC 3/24/2026 – Tuesday – El Paso, TX – RockHouse 3/25/2026 – Wednesday – Mesa, AZ – Nile Underground 3/26/2026 – Thursday – Hollywood, CA – The Whisky 3/27/2026 – Friday – San Luis Obispo, CA – Humdinger Brewing 3/28/2026 – Saturday – San Francisco, CA – DNA Lounge 3/29/2026 – Sunday – Reno, NV – Club Underground 3/31/2026 – Tuesday – Portland, OR – Dante’s 4/1/2026 – Wednesday – Vancouver, BC – Rickshaw Theatre 4/2/2026 – Thursday – Seattle, WA – Funhouse 4/3/2026 – Friday – Boise, ID – The Shredder 4/4/2026 – Saturday – Salt Lake City, UT – Aces High Saloon 4/5/2026 – Sunday – Denver, CO – The Federal Theatre 4/7/2026 – Tuesday – Lincoln, NE – 1867 Bar 4/8/2026 – Wednesday – Cudahy, WI – X-Ray Arcade 4/9/2026 – Thursday – Chicago, IL – Reggie’s Rock Club 4/10/2026 – Friday – Columbus, OH – The King of Clubs 4/11/2026 – Saturday – Lakewood, OH – Mercury Music Lounge 4/12/2026 – Sunday – Hamtramck, MI – Sanctuary 4/14/2026 – Tuesday – New Kensington, PA – Preserving Underground 4/15/2026 – Wednesday – Brooklyn, NY – The Woodshop 4/16/2026 – Thursday – Toronto, ON – Horseshoe Tavern 4/17/2026 – Friday – Ottawa, ON – Rainbow Bistro 4/18/2026 – Saturday – Quebec City, QC – L’Anti Bar & Spectacles 4/19/2026 – Sunday – Montreal, QC – Piranha Bar 4/21/2026 – Tuesday – Albany, NY – Empire Underground 4/22/2026 – Wednesday – Old Town, ME – The Old Town Theatre 4/23/2026 – Thursday – Manchester, NH – Jewel Music Venue 4/24/2026 – Friday – Clifton, NJ – Dingbatz 4/25/2026 – Saturday – Harrisburg, PA – TBA 4/26/2026 – Sunday – Richmond, VA – Ember Music Hall 4/29/2026 – Wednesday – Raleigh, NC – Chapel Of Bones 4/30/2026 – Thursday – Greenville, SC – Radio Room 5/1/2026 – Friday – Nashville, TN – Exit/In 5/2/2026 – Saturday – Atlanta, GA – Boggs Social & Supply 5/3/2026 – Sunday – Bradenton, FL – Oscura
About RAVEN
JOHN GALLAGHER: Lead Vocals, Bass MIKE HELLER: Drums MARK GALLAGHER: Guitar, Vocals
RAVEN are that rare thing in music, true originals – cut these guys with a razor and they will BLEED true heavy metal – a more intense live band does not exist on this planet!
Hailing from Newcastle Upon Tyne in North East England back in 1974 (yes – 46 YEARS ago!!!) the brothers Gallagher cut their teeth playing the pubs & clubs until solidifying their line up in 1980 with drummer Rob Hunter.
The trio went on to release three of the most influential metal albums of the NWOBHM (New Wave of British Heavy Metal) inspiring every band of that era and beyond. Basically, without Raven you just would not have thrash/speed metal…. after all, the band did give Metallica & Anthrax their first tours!
Following a tumultuous move to the USA, deals with Atlantic Records, indentured servitude and commercialism, Rob left the band in 1987 to be replaced by drummer extraordinaire Joe Hasselvander, who had made his name in cult doom band Pentagram, Savoy Brown and his own solo projects, adding a new dimension to the band.
In 2001, guitarist Mark Gallagher was involved in a near fatal accident – but fought his way back from the brink and the band proved they were stronger than ever! This renewed spirit and attitude was reflected in the title of their 2010 album “WALK THROUGH FIRE” and in the career overview DVD “ROCK UNTIL YOU DROP”.
2014 found the band opening for METALLICA (the band that RAVEN took on their first tour back in 1983) in Sao Paulo in front of 70,000 fans, and completing their finest album to date – ExtermiNation” which was released to universal acclaim from fans & critics alike in 2015!
After a serious heart attack in May 2017 Joe Hasselvander had to unfortunately bow out from the band.
While filling in on a number of shows, drumming phenomenon Mike Heller (Fear Factory, Malignancy) joined forces with the brothers Gallagher to lay waste to stages throughout the latter half of 2017…The chemistry between the three was undeniable – the addition of his prodigious technique & musicality instantly took the band up to a new level.
Following an insane 3 year blur of world touring the next RAVEN opus, “METAL CITY” was released into a pandemic scourged marketplace in September 2020, garnering both critical & popular acclaim as a game changing release for the band songs like “ Top of the mountain “ and the title track highlighted the deadly combination of the bands increasingly iconic songwriting along with Mike Heller’s nuclear propelled percussion excursions.
During the next few years the band delivered the metal goods across the globe .. themed tours covering their “WIPED OUT” and “ ALL FOR ONE” albums were a big success… the band were called on by old tour mates Metallica to help celebrate the life & legacy of Jon & Marsha Zazula (who managed both bands back in the early 80’s) at a tribute concert at the Hard Rock in Ft Lauderdale FL in November 2022.
Following a change of record label from SPV to Silver Lining in 2023; the band released their most searing album yet, the aptly titled “ ALL HELL’S BREAKING LOOSE” receiving universal acclaim from critics and fans alike. The following tour rolled into 2024, celebrating the band’s 50th anniversary as they toured across the globe from the UK to Europe, North America to South America, Singapore, Australia and Japan!
2025 saw the release of the 8 song EP “ CAN’T TAKE AWAY THE FIRE” raising the bar on metal mayhem one more time as a gift to the fans while the band work on preparing their next magnum opus!
Finnish purveyors of atmospheric heaviness and recent Time To Kill Records signees HARMS will release their second full-length album, “Rebirth of the Cold”, on May 8th 2026.
“‘True Night Falls’ is a presentation of the emptiness one can find in the darkest moments. Crushing parts intertwine with the haunting melodies to form a gripping sense of unyielding loneliness. The song captures the weight of being trapped in one’s own mind, when exhaustion and despair make every thought feel heavy and pointless. It moves through a dark, unending night where nothing offers guidance or comfort, and by the end, a part of oneself feels lost forever”.
With “Rebirth of the Cold”, HARMS move deeper into darkness: heavier, more melodic, and more aggressive than before. The music feels colder and more intense, built around tension and collapse, where moments of bleak beauty are sharpened and the weight of the band’s sound hits harder than ever. At times, their approach can be seen as an ingenious fusion of post-metal expansiveness, blackened contours and a fierce metallic hardcore edge, shaping a sound that is both emotionally immersive and physically punishing. Lyrically, the album continues their exploration of meaninglessness, emptiness, and decay, colored by reflections on time, space, and mortality: a meditation in grief, stripped of comfort and illusion, searching for what remains when nothing holds meaning.
Tracklist:
01.Endlessness 02.Serpentine calling 03.True night falls 04.Flowerless grave 05.A lifetime spent on dying 06.Rupture 07.Essence of sorrow 08.Apollonia 09.Cold aeon of time 10.Reprise
Formed in 2017 in Lappeenranta, Finland, HARMS have forged a distinctive identity rooted in crushing heaviness, atmospheric darkness, and raw emotional intensity. Drawing inspiration from the endless cold and shadow of the north, the five-piece crafts sonic landscapes that shift between overwhelming force and desolate, melodic beauty.
Their debut album, “A Lifetime Spent on Dying” (2021), was met with strong critical acclaim, earning praise from Finnish media as “one of the strongest domestic metal albums of the year” (Kaaoszine) and for its “dark, crushing and impressively multifaceted take on modern metal” (Imperiumi).
With Time To Kill Records now backing their next chapter, HARMS are poised to push their sound further into inevitable ruin, delivering their most immersive and uncompromising work to date with “Rebirth of the Cold”.
Discography:
Eternal Frost Of The Northern Soul, double-single CD, 2018
A Lifetime Spent On Dying, full-length album, 2021
Rupture / Essence of Sorrow, double-single 8″, 2024
Line up: Juho Haikonen – Bass Jussi Loiri – Guitar, synth Viljami Rings – Drums Visa Tuovinen – Guitar, vocals Jussi Tyrisevä – Vocals
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