Swedish thrash metal band Eradikated return with new music and a clear statement. With the release of the single “British Petroleum” on February 19 via Indie Recordings, the band also announce their second studio album Wiring of Violence, out May 8. The single is released alongside a brand new music video.
“British Petroleum” is fast, furious and unapologetically aggressive. Modern thrash metal rooted in the spirit of the genre, but driven by urgency, political rage and raw energy rather than nostalgia.
“British Petroleum is a big fucking middle finger to the oil industry. The song is punk. It’s fast. It’s furious. Oil companies have knowingly sacrificed humanity for profit for over half a century. Read that three times, then think of this song as pure anger,” says Elvin Landaeus Csizmadia, vocalist, guitarist and lyricist of Eradikated.
Wiring of Violence is produced by Jakob Herrmann and follows the band’s debut album Descendants, which earned Eradikated a Swedish Grammis nomination in 2023 and positioned them as one of the most exciting new thrash acts in Scandinavia.
Known for their explosive live performances and intense crowd connection, the band continues to grow beyond borders.
“British Petroleum” is the opening strike. Wiring of Violence is what follows.
South African alternative pioneers PLUM continue their forward momentum with How The West Was Lost, a powerful new single that reflects the band’s current creative focus and sharpened artistic vision. The track will be released via Mongrel Records.
Since forming in 1996 PLUM has always operated outside of strict genre lines. Drawing from blues, rock, and funk foundations, the band developed an original sound that blended trip-hop, acid rock, nu-metal, drum & bass, and alternative funk a spirit of experimentation that still underpins their work today.
In February last year, the band released Don’t Stop Believing, their first new music in 17 years, a moment that marked not a revival, but a reset.
Now operating with renewed clarity, original members Kevin and Waz are joined by drummer Ryan Greenwood. The current lineup has been steadily building momentum through focused writing sessions and dynamic live performances that reflect where the band is now confident, direct, and creatively energised.
“How The West Was Lost” is a haunting, genre-blurring meditation on civilisational inertia. Drawing a subtle line between the contemporary West and the decline of ancient Rome, the track reflects on how societies often fail to recognise decay until it has already passed into history. Blending indie sensibilities with sharp, rhythmic social commentary, the song explores the paradox of accelerating change, paired with cultural regression a stark reminder of the necessity of awareness in an age defined by division.
PLUM’s live reputation remains a defining part of their identity, with performances at major South African festivals including Oppikoppi and Praise the Loud Fest forming part of a long-standing connection with local audiences. In their current run of shows, the band is establishing a powerful new presence driven by purpose, cohesion, and a clear creative direction.
Currently working on further new material, PLUM are focused firmly on what lies ahead. With momentum building and something meaningful to say, the band’s latest chapter signals a future defined not by nostalgia, but by intent.
Finnish melodic death metal band Superdeathflame returns with melodic metal anthem “Crown Of Stars”. The song is about the lone survivor of an intelligent species standing beneath an infinite, starry sky. Clean and growling vocals ride harmonized guitars, driving double‑bass drumming, and a bridge that swells into an anthemic, melodic chorus. This song is about cosmic solitude, defiant resolve, and bittersweet hope.
–ISRC: FI3FC2698401 –Composed by Tomi Tilli –Lyrics by Marko Tuhkunen
From Southern Finland’s gray landscapes rises SUPERDEATHFLAME, the Style-Masters-of-Metal ready to conquer the world with our mature and melodic music that catches the ear. Founded in 2007 and released two full length albums and a batch of singles and EP. Their songs are made for listener, no bullshit. The songs are hard, every piece tells a real story of life. The foundation, the Four Pillars of our Metal are Rock-solid guitar riffs and punchy drumbeats colored with flowing synths and world class choruses that are infectiously catchy. Superdeathflame is building their music with an increasingly determined focus to make every song sound simple and easy to a listener. Not forgetting multidimensional interpretation in the lyrics, that gives the depth to the songs.
Internationally acclaimed guitarist / composer and FIREWIND mastermind GUS G. will release his fifth solo album, ‘Steel Burner’, on April 24, 2026 through Metal Department Records. The album marks his first solo release in five years and captures a powerful fusion of modern instrumental Metal and carefully curated vocal collaborations.
Following an extended period of post-pandemic touring, ‘Steel Burner’ represents a renewed creative focus on Gus G.’s solo vision. The album showcases his signature guitar style – combining technical precision, melody, and intensity – while expanding its emotional and thematic range through collaborations with some of the Metal scene’s most legendary and respected voices.
The album’s title track, “Steel Burner,” was the catalyst for the entire project. Originally commissioned for a company that manufactures industrial machines used to shape metal, Gus G. drew inspiration from a machine fittingly named Steel Burner. The track’s energy became the foundation for the album’s concept and ultimately its title.
While instrumental tracks highlight Gus G.’s evolution as a composer and guitarist, ‘Steel Burner’ also features several standout vocal songs. The undisputed Metal Queen, Doro Pesch appears on “Nothing Can Break Me,” a powerful metal anthem focused on inner strength, perseverance, and resilience. “No One Has to Know,” featuring Dino Jelusick, delivers a modern hard rock approach while addressing the artificial lives and personas often portrayed through social media.
Matt Barlow (Iced Earth, Ashes of Ares) brings his unmistakable intensity to “Dancing With Death,” an epic metal track with a contemporary twist that explores the darker theme of addiction. Additional collaborations include Ronnie Romero (Rainbow), whose work with Gus G. originated from their recent joint world tour and resulted in two tracks on the album, further shaping its collaborative direction.
Reflecting on the upcoming release, Gus G. comments:
“This is my first solo album release in 5 years. As I’ve been pretty busy in the post-pandemic world with heavy touring, I always had the idea to put out another solo album at some point. This time around, I felt I wanted the best of both worlds – being able to explore guitar instrumental music, but also collaborate with singers I love and am a fan of.”
‘Steel Burner’ was mixed and mastered by acclaimed producer Dennis Ward (Helloween, Pink Cream 69), delivering a clear, powerful, and contemporary sound that complements both the album’s instrumental complexity and vocal performances.
With his 5th solo album, Gus G. delivers a confident and forward-looking statement — an album that honours Metal’s roots while embracing modern themes, production, and collaboration.
The instrumental title track “Steel Burner” is now streaming on all digital platforms. You can also watch the official video here:
TRACKLIST ALBUM:
Steel Burner
Nothing Can Break Me (Featuring Doro)
Dancing With Death (Featuring Matt Barlow)
Advent
What If
Frenemy (Featuring Ronnie Romero)
No One Has To Know (Featuring Dino Jelusick)
Confession
My Premonition (Featuring Ronnie Romero)
Closure
LINE-UP ‘STEEL BURNER’:
GUS G.: All guitars, bass, keyboards, drums DORO PESCH: Vocals on track 2 MATT BARLOW: Vocals on track 3 RONNIE ROMERO: Vocals on tracks 6 and 8 DINO JELUSICK: Vocals on track 7 ANDREA ARCANGELI: Bass on tracks 6 and 8 DENNIS WARD: Bass on track 2
Previously the tracks “My Premonition” and “Advent” have been released as digital singles.
The full album will be available for streaming from all major platforms on April 24th 2026.
‘Steel Burner’ will also be available as a tri-fold digipak CD and on high quality gatefold-sleeve vinyl LP (several colour options will be available) from Metal Department on April 24th 2026.
GUS G. TOURDATES 2026: Convergence Fest w/ Ronnie Romero
25.04.26 RO – Constanza, Rock Hale 03.10.26 NL – Hoogeveen, Het Podium 04.10.26 NL – Uden, De Pul 05.10.26 B – Verviers, spirit of 66 07.10.26 F – Savigny l’Empreinte, Le Temple 08.10.26 F – Angoulins La Rochelle, Crossroads 09.10.26 ES – Pamplona, Totem 10.10.26 ES – Seville, Customs 11.10.26 ES – Santiago, Capitol 13.10.26 F – La Penne sur Huveaune, Le Cherydon 15.10.26 GER – München, Backstage 16.10.26 GER – Bensheim, Rex 17.10.26 CH – Aarburg – Musigburg 19.10.26 GER – Hamburg, Knust 20.10.26 GER – Berlin, Lido 21.10.26 GER – Augsburg, Spectrum 27.10.26 GER – Aschaffenburg, Colos Saal 28.10.26 GER – Bochum, Zeche
FESTIVALS 2026 24.05.26 DE – Rock Hard Festival 25.07.26 PL – Jan Bo Festival 22.08.26 PL – Sound of the Ages
Brazilian thrash metallers DEATHGEIST have unveiled the official cover artwork and the final tracklist for their upcoming album “Underworld” out Worldwide on next March 27th. The cover was created by Victor Regep and the nine-song tracklist hints at a full-length packed with darkness, aggression, and horror/sci-fi flavored imagery.
01. Underworld 02. Mind Games 03. Destination Dust 04. The Kraken’s Warth 05. U.F.O. INC 06. Last Memories 07. When Darkness Falls 08. Into the Darkwood 09. SkinWalkers
The legendary songs, recorded by Andy Scott, Mick Tucker, Paul Mario Day (Iron Maiden), Phil Lanzon (Uriah Heep), and Mal McNulty (Slade), are available on an album again for the first time since 1989.
„Reincarnation“ also includes two previously unreleased bonus tracks!
Andy Scott says today about the recordings and the Sweet line-up at the time:
“The year was 1985. The reformation of Sweet was under way. I had been hanging out with Mick Tucker and we’d talked about putting together a “new” Rock line-up of Sweet after the hiatus of the original band.
I had recruited Phil Lanzon on keyboards and Mal McNulty on bass, now we needed the Voice! Paul Mario Day walked in and we looked no further. Paul was the original singer with Iron Maiden and had a stint with the band More before he joined Sweet.
Our first dates were in Australia, total sell-outs which boded well for the future. Europe followed suit and 3 sold out nights at the original Marquee Club in London produced a live album, video and DVD. “Live at the Marquee” did well in various charts around the world and Paul’s vocal performance has stood the test of time.
There were also tracks recorded at Pacific Studios in London which feature Paul’s incredible vocals. These recordings were meant to be the start of a new phase for Sweet but due to a management dispute only 4 tracks were released.
Sadly Paul is no longer with us but the legacy is right here for everyone to appreciate.”
TRACK LISTING
Reach Out…(I’ll Be There) (Single Version)
Over My Head
Jump the Fence
Shot Down in Flames
Gunner Of Love ( Studio Demo)
Fire In My Heart (Studio Demo)
Reach Out…(I’ll Be There) (12 Mix)
LINE UP Paul Mario Day – lead vocals Andy Scott – guitar, backing vocals Mick Tucker – drums, backing vocals Mal McNulty – bass, backing vocals Phil Lanzon – keyboards, backing vocals
Kimmo Kuusniemi’s ASA unveil the long-overdue release of "Collective Failure" + first music video for title-track! Check it out and stay tuned for more news! Click image to watch the video
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