Dungeon synth master MORTIIS has now added two new performances to his upcoming North American “The Dungeons are Calling” headlining tour, now stopping in Salt Lake City, UT on September 15 and Phoenix, AZ on September 22. The updated itinerary can be found below!
The tour will be in celebration of MORTIIS’ seminal 1993 album, ‘Født Til Å Herske,’ which played a significant role in popularizing the dungeon synth genre and was re-recorded in 2023. The new itinerary can be found below while tickets can be found HERE.
MORTIIS has previously announced BRIGHTER DEATH NOW as direct support, who will be performing parts of his “Necrose Evangelicum” album from 1995 for this tour for the first time! The band will join from the tour kickoff through the Los Angeles stop on September 21. Local openers will also be added, which are handpicked by Mortiis himself!
MORTIIS’ live soundscape will be accompanied with visuals created by renowned artist and illustrator David Thierree, known for his work with Mortiis, Behemoth, and others.
Previously announced support for the tour includes Sombre Arcane (September 4-17), Malfet (September 14 – 28), and appearances by Fogweaver in Denver, CO and Albuquerque, NM.
MORTIIS w/ BRIGHTER DEATH NOW (“The Dungeons are Calling” North American Tour Dates):
09/04: Baltimore, MD @ Metro Gallery~ 09/05: Clifton, NJ @ Dingbatz~ 09/06: Boston, MA @ Sonia~ 09/07: Philadelphia, PA @ Kung Fu Necktie~ 09/08: New York, NY @ Le Poisson Rouge~ 09/09: Pittsburgh, PA @ Preserving Underground~ 09/10: Detroit, MI @ The Sanctuary~ 09/11: Chicago, IL @ Reggie’s~ 09/12: St. Paul, MN @ White Rock Lounge~ 09/13: Lincoln, NE @ 1867 Bar~ 09/14: Denver, CO @ The Oriental*^#~ 09/15: Salt Lake City, UT @ Aces High Saloon *^#~ [JUST ADDED] 09/17: Seattle, WA @ El Corazon*^~ 09/18: Eugene, OR @ John Henry’s^~ 09/19: San Francisco, CA @ DNA Lounge^~ 09/20: San Diego, CA @ Brick by Brick^~ 09/21: Los Angeles, CA @ Teragram Ballroom^ ~ 09/22: Phoenix, AZ @ Last Exit Live ^~ [JUST ADDED] 09/23: Albuquerque, NM @ Launchpad^# 09/24: Haltom City, TX @ Haltom Theater^ 09/25: Austin, TX @ Come and Take It Live^ 09/26: Houston, TX @ Secret Group^ 09/27: New Orleans, LA @ The Goat^ 09/28: Atlanta, GA @ The Masquerade (Altar)^
~w/ Brighter Death Now *w/ Sombre Arcane ^w/ Malfet #w/ Fogweaver
Ahead of its release this Friday on the twisted Time To Kill Records roster, Decibel Magazine today presents an exclusive stream of “Internal Torment”, the merciless sophomore LP from Finnish death metal crew CRYPTIC HATRED.
Inarguably the band’s most diverse work to date,“Internal Torment” ventures far beyond the conventions of old school death metal, without surrendering an ounce of viciousness. Strong nuances of doom and creepy melodies can be heard throughout the record’s ten tracks concluding fittingly with a suffocating wall of sound that leaves its listeners bruised, battered, and shaken.
The album highlights the band’s surgical and intuitive take on death metal mechanics – yet also channels eerie atmospheres and dimensions through moments of tension and tranquility, coexisting in a fragile balance. Between riffs born of primal rage, to melodies seemingly from other worlds, “Internal Torment” is an album that delivers on all levels of darkness in uncanny and transcendental ways. Brace yourself for a journey through the unknown, rendered in haunting, mesmerisingly cryptic death metal!
Tracklist:
01. Death Is Upon You 02. Breeding of Evil 03. Chasm of Void 04. Homicidal Intentions 05. Mesmerized by the Malignant Gaze 06. Tomb of Desecration 07. Mauled To Flesh 08. Beyond Hatred 09. The Passage 10. Internal Torment
CRYPTIC HATRED emerged from the depths of the Finnish underground death metal scene in 2020, with their debut demo titled “Free From The Grave”. Founded in 2019 by a group of four school friends driven by their passion for extreme music, the band quickly gained recognition for their intense and visceral old school sound.
Initially drawing inspiration from the old-school Florida death metal scene, CRYPTIC HATRED embarked on a journey of sonic exploration, pushing the boundaries of their genre and forging their own unique path. With a relentless dedication to their craft, the band honed their skills and evolved their sound, blending elements of death metal with haunting melodies and cryptic atmospheres. As CRYPTIC HATRED continued to refine their sound, they gained a reputation for their mesmerizing live performances, where the raw energy of their music collided with an aura of mystique and darkness.
In 2022, CRYPTIC HATRED released their debut album, “Nocturnal Sickness” which received critical acclaim for its unrelenting intensity and haunting melodies. The album showcased the band’s ability to seamlessly weave together brutality and their cryptic harmonies, leaving a lasting impression on listeners.
Now, as they prepare to unleash their sophomore album, “Internal Torment”, upon the world in the summer of 2024, CRYPTIC HATRED stands poised to solidify their place as pioneers of their cryptic metal take on death metal. With each track crafted to evoke a sense of inner thoughts and existential dread, “Internal Torment” promises to be a journey all the way from Florida Death Metal bomb blast beats, to melancholic Finnish death metal atmospheres.
Driven by a relentless passion for their art and an unwavering commitment to pushing the boundaries of extreme music, CRYPTIC HATRED continues to defy expectations and redefine what it means to create truly mesmerizing and cryptic metal. With their sophomore release on the horizon, the band’s enigmatic allure shows no signs of fading, ensuring that their legacy will endure long into the future.
The gates of “Upswing” open and introduce you to the amazing world of PANTHEØN BAND with “Man On The Run”, the first single from the Roman band’s 2nd album. Watch the lyric video below.
PANTHEØN BAND’s second album “Upswing”, already available for pre-order at https://shorturl.at/vD2vp, will be released on Club Inferno Ent. next September 27th. With it they pay their personal homage to the Gods of our music combining Progressive elements, heavy arrangements, organ/synth guitar driven melodies, intense vocals, standing at the deep heart of each listener who loves the best Deep Purple, Uriah Heep, Foreigner, but also The Black Crowes, Scorpions, Bon Jovi and the best modern American Hard Rock.
PANTHEØN BAND mixes all these souls with an absolutely personal and original stylistic expression, creating a musical kaleidoscope of colours, melodies and emotions. Definitely a band capable of having their heart turned to the past but with their mind and soul projected towards the future.
Finnish melodic death metal project Magnadur is excited to announce the release of their latest single, “Dog of Baskerville”. This electrifying track sets the stage for their upcoming third album, Unholy Punisher, slated for release on September 6th.
“Dog of Baskerville” delves into the mystical and legendary tale of the Baskerville dog, a famous mystery from Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s Sherlock Holmes stories. The intriguing narrative, combined with Magnadur’s signature brutal vocals, hard-hitting drums, and heavy guitar riffs, makes this one of the standout tracks on the forthcoming album.
Fronted by Tomi Perrakoski, renowned for his Metal Madness Weekly podcast, Magnadur continues to push the boundaries of death and dark melodic metal. Perrakoski’s passion for the genre is evident in the depth and intensity of their music. He channels his energy into creating compositions that are both heavier and more brutal, while maintaining a melodic core that resonates with fans.
Perrakoski’s inspiration for “Dog of Baskerville” and the entire Unholy Punisher album is deeply rooted in the movie world and personal history. Drawing from the rich legacy of his grandfather’s brother, Harry Bergström, one of the first and most influential composers in Finnish movie history, Perrakoski infuses his music with cinematic storytelling and heavy, unseen melodies. The lyrics of many songs on the album are inspired by movie narratives and real-life events, offering a unique and immersive listening experience.
“Unholy Punisher” promises to be Magnadur’s best album to date, featuring a collection of tracks that showcase the band’s evolution and artistic growth. Fans can expect a blend of intense melodic death metal with compelling stories that draw from classic tales and modern influences.
Necrofier are joining their Satanic brethren in Goatwhore and Vitriol this September for a dark and fiery month-long run across North America. The Venomous Evocation tour includes stops for face-melting performances at Full Terror Assault and Metal Injection, plus five new dates in Indianapolis, Cleveland, Ottawa, Syracuse and Mechanicsburg.
North American Venomous Evocation Tour September 5 – Cave In Rock, IL @ Full Terror Assault [TICKETS] September 6 – Iowa City, IA @ Gabe’s [TICKETS] September 7 – St. Paul, MN @ Turf Club [TICKETS] September 8 – Cudahy, WI @ X Ray Arcade [TICKETS] September 9 – Indianapolis, IN @ Black Circle Brewing [TICKETS] September 10 – Columbus, OH @ Ace of Cups [TICKETS] September 11 – Cleveland, OH @ No Class [TICKETS] September 12 – Toledo, OH @ Frankie’s Inner City [TICKETS] September 13 – Pittsburgh, PA @ Spirit Hall [TICKETS] September 14 – Grand Rapids, MI @ Pyramid Scheme [TICKETS] September 15 – Detroit, MI @ The Sanctuary [TICKETS] September 17 – Toronto, ON @ Lee’s Palace [TICKETS] September 18 – Ottawa, ON @ Brass Monkey [TICKETS] September 19 – Montreal, QC @ Piranha Bar [TICKETS] September 20 – Boston, MA @ Middle East Club [TICKETS] September 21 – Syracuse, NY @ The Song and Dance [TICKETS] September 22 – Brooklyn, NY @ Metal Injection Festival [TICKETS] September 23 – Mechanicsburg, PA @ Lovedrafts [TICKETS] September 24 – Baltimore, MD @ Metro Gallery [TICKETS] September 25 – Chapel Hill, NC @ Local 506 [TICKETS] September 27 – Orlando, FL @ Conduit [TICKETS] September 28 – Miami, FL @ Gramps [TICKETS] September 29 – Jacksonville, FL @ Jack Rabbits [TICKETS] September 30 – Pensacola, FL @ Handlebar [TICKETS]
Axe shredders can now conjure the wickedly distorted riffs and eerie, melodic dissonance that Necrofier harnessed on their most recent album, Burning Shadows in the Southern Night. Idiot Box Effects has blessed the band with their very own custom guitar pedal.
“The new Echo Drive is a collaboration between me and the KILLER black metal band Necrofier”, says Atarimatt, who’s been making effects and noiseboxes full time under the name IdiotBox since 2011. “Plug this sucker in and bring on TOTAL SOUTHERN DARKNESS!!!”
The Necrofier Echo drive is a tube screamer-style overdrive pedal. It runs into two separate echo circuits. The left switch is for echoes, while the right switch does overdrive. Each knob is named after a different raw ingredient in the band’s evil alchemy: Reflection (echo 1), Chaos (echo 2), Alchemy (echo signal mix), Flame (overdrive volume), Strike (overdrive intensity) and Darkness (tone).
A limited run of first-edition, autographed Necrofier Echo Drive pedals are available on Bandcamp while supplies last. The pedal can also be purchased through the IdiotBox Effects webstore.
Burning Shadows in the Southern Night: 01. The Fall from Heaven (03:24) 02. Total Southern Darkness (05:43) 03. To the Wolves (03:54) [WATCH] 04. Forbidden Light of the Black Moon (05:20) [WATCH] 05. Destroying Angels (05:09) [WATCH] 06. Whispers That Burn in the Dark (04:40) 07. The All Seeing shadows (04:44) 08. On Wings of Death We Burn the Sky (03:50) 09. Call to the Beyond (04:29) 10. Burnt by the Sacred Flame (06:00) [WATCH] Total Running Time- 00:47:12
Deep within the scorching cauldron of Texas, the alchemists of Necrofier have brewed another potent dose of American black metal with their sophomore full-length, ‘Burning Shadows in the Southern Night.’ The Houston four-piece honors the time-tested virtues of traditional black and heavy metal, even taking an organic sonic approach, tapping seven-time Grammy-nominated producer and engineer Joel Hamilton (Unsane, Tom Waits, Tyler Bryant & The Shakedown, etc.) to lend his magic touch for a natural sound.
“The goal going into the new record was to start setting ourselves apart from our contemporaries,” explains Necrofier drummer Dobber Beverly. “One of those ways was changing what the record sounded like. Moving away from the clinical and sterile nature that most productions suffer from and back into a real room with real instruments and performances. Our friend and esteemed producer/engineer Joel Hamilton had expressed interest in venturing back into the metal world and offered to make the record with us at his facility, Studio G Brooklyn. The results will speak for themselves hopefully, as this record breathes and spits fire wherever it’s played.”
“Dobber and Joel have become good friends since they recorded the last Oceans of Slumber album with him, adds Necrofier guitarist and vocalist Bakka. “After that, Joel wanted to record something heavy, so we made the trip to New York City to record in his legendary studio. It was an amazing experience in a great studio; besides having all the gear, he also created an environment where we challenged ourselves and brought everything up to the next level.”
‘Burning Shadows in the Southern Night’ doesn’t just simply pick off where Necrofier’s debut album left off, but displays a conscientious effort to double down on the elements that made ‘Prophecies of Eternal Darkness’ successful. The solos are more plentiful and intricate, the hooks are more anthemic, and the overall musicianship is bolder and more daring. Speaking of the band’s evolution, Bakka explains, “I think this collection of songs represents us very well. We have grown together as a band and it shows in the new songs. Also, for this record we flew to NYC and recorded all day long for 10 days straight. I love recording this way because it captures a certain magic. The whole band is immersed in the process and it’s all we would think, do, live and breathe during the process.”
Another core facet of Necrofier’s allure is being a black metal band from Texas. “Where you live always helps shape someone,” says Bakka. “It helps shape our style and tone in ways, it’s hot most of the year, so as we burn, it gives us warmer tones and more of a heavy metal influence than when compared to our brothers from the North.”
To that avail, Necrofier isn’t your typical black metal band, and so this isn’t your typical black metal record as there’s a healthy amount of traditional metal influences, particularly within the guitar work. While conceptually, the band doesn’t heavily rely on Satanic themes, exploring deeper human philosophies and the occult like burning for your dreams or spiraling out on a psychedelic trip and exploring the beyond. “While there isn’t overt satanic worship in the lyrics, I would still say that he is a friend of ours,” Bakka cheekily says. “There are Occult themes on this record, but at the same time, it does take a philosophical approach.”
Further illustrating the influence of their environment, Necrofier also heavily explores one of Southern America’s most fabled myths. “The new record touches on selling your soul at the crossroads,” adds Bakka. “I like to take a different approach and touch on the elements of the esoteric world and dive into the forbidden or hidden that surrounds us in our lives every day.”
As the Texan black metal outlaws saddle up for record two, they are leading the charge as one of the contemporary purveyors of black metal revivalism. ‘Burning Shadows in the Southern Night’ is certain to elicit a sense of nostalgia for those who dare to lay ears on this vicious new offering.
German heavy metal legends ACCEPT will be celebrating their 50th anniversary in 2025-2026. To mark this mammoth milestone, the band will be ringing in the band’s golden birthday with a very unique anniversary tour at the end of 2025. An anniversary album will be released early 2026.
Wolf Hoffmann: The driving force behind ACCEPT
Wolf Hoffmann was not only significantly involved in the songwriting of every single ACCEPT song, his work has shaped an entire generation of metal musicians. As a founding and the longest standing member, Wolf Hoffmann has made the most impactful contribution to the band’s unmistakable sound and success.
Since joining ACCEPT in 1976 at the age of just 16, Wolf played a central role in the band. His instantly recognisable and signature guitar style not only created the ACCEPT ‘ sound’ but influenced a plethora of other highly successful bands and guitarists. Because of Wolf’s unflinching dedication, ACCEPT has become one of the most significantly defining bands in heavy metal. Not only did he lay the musical foundations for the band, he also carried the band through the highs and the lows that come with a long term career – 50 years.
[ACCEPT in the 80’s]
Anniversary tour 2025/2026: A journey through five decades
To celebrate its 50th anniversary, ACCEPT is embarking on a spectacular world tour that will take fans on a musical metal journey through time. Fans can look forward to a unique stage show with surprise guests, all the classic hits from the band’s history as well as rarely performed songs.
Wolf Hoffmann comments: “It’s an incredible honor to be able to look back on five decades of a musical career and share our music with so many people. But nothing lasts forever and who knows how much longer we’ll be touring….. This tour will be very special because we think 50 years of ACCEPT is a GREAT reason to celebrate in style!”
Anniversary album 2026: A tribute to history
In spring 2026, ACCEPT will be releasing a special Album that covers the band’s entire musical history. This anniversary album will contain a carefully curated selection of the best ACCEPT songs from the last five decades, re-recorded – partly with well-known surprise musical guests and colleagues, as well as with some rare tracks that have not been played so often before.
“We wanted to create something that captures the essence of ACCEPT while offering something new to our loyal fans,” explains Wolf Hoffmann. “This album is a tribute to our journey and to everyone who has accompanied us along the way.”
Influence, legacy and Return of the Titans!
Over the past five decades, ACCEPT has sold millions of albums and inspired countless musicians. Their energetic live performances and iconic albums such as Balls to the Wall, Restless and Wild and Metal Heart have left a lasting mark on the heavy metal genre. Wolf Hoffmann’s guitar style and musical vision have made the band one of the most respected on the Heavy metal scene.
After a hiatus in the band’s career, Wolf Hoffmann was introduced to New Jersey singer Mark Tornillo in 2009. The chemistry and fit between them was so remarkable, ACCEPT reformed and almost immediately rose to global success with chart topping number 1 albums. ACCEPT continues to be celebrated for each of their new records with Mark , who is now the longest reigning frontman of ACCEPT, placing the Hoffmann- Tornillo partnership firmly in the Metal Hall of Fame!
For decades, ACCEPT has been recognised as a guarantee of high quality and each of their albums has reached the top of the charts, delivering energy, melodies, killer riffs and an impressively powerful stage presence for 50 years.
ACCEPT states: “Celebrate with us! We invite the world of Heavy Metal to join us in the celebrations of this extraordinary anniversary!”
Experience ACCEPT live in Europe and North America: Festivals 2024: 11.07.24 HU – Dunaújváros / Rock Maraton 12.07.24 BG – Mogilovo / Midalidare Rock in the Wine Valley D Mogilovo 14.07.24 CZ – Visovice / Masters Of Rock 20.07.24 DE – Pyras / Pyras Open Air 21.07.24 GR – Athens / Release Athens 26.07.24 – 28.07.24 UK – Wales / Steelhouse Festival 31.07.24 – 03.08.24 DE – Wacken / Wacken Open Air – Wacken 01.08.24 – 03.08.24 SE – Rejmyre / Skoksröjet 20.10.24 ES – Mallorca / Full Metal Holidays 22.11.24 DE – Weissenhäuser Strand / Metal Hammer Paradise
Humanoid Tour 2024: North America w/ KK’s Priest 31.08.24 CA – Los Angeles / The Whisky 01.09.24 CA – Los Angeles / Rainbow Parking Lot 03.09.24 CO – Denver / Oriental Theater 05.09.24 IL – East Moline / The Rust Belt 06.09.24 WI – Green Bay / EPIC Events Center 07.09.24 IL – Des Plaines / Des Plaines Theater 08.09.24 MI – Detroit / District 142 10.09.24 ON – Toronto / QET 11.09.24 BC – Montreal / Rialto 13.09.24 NY – New York / Palladium Times Square 14.09.24 NH – Derry / Tupelo Music Hall 15.09.24 MA – Boston / The Wilbur Theater 16.09.24 CT – Ridgefield / Ridgefield Playhouse 18.09.24 PA – Lititz / Mickey’s Black Box 20.09.24 PA – Stroudsburg / Sherman Theater 21.09.24 RI – Providence / The Strand Ballroom 22.09.24 VA – Leesburg / Tally Ho Theater 24.09.24 TN – Nashville / Brooklyn Bowl 26.09.24 LA – New Orleans / The Fillmore 27.09.24 AR – Little Rock / The Hall 28.09.24 TX – Dallas / Tannahills 29.09.24 TX – Austin / Paramount Theatre 01.10.24 NM – Albuquerque / Sunshine Theater 02.10.24 AZ – Phoenix, AZ / Celebrity Theater 04.10.24 CA – Riverside / Fox Performing Arts Center 05.10.24 CA – San Diego / The Magnolia 06.10.24 CA – Sacramento / Ace Of Spades 07.10.24 CA – San Francisco / The Regency Ballroom
Europe w/ Phil Campbell and The Bastard Sons 17.10.24 TR – Istanbul / KCP 18.10.24 MA – Malta / Aria Complex 23.10.24 ES – Barcelona / Rattmatazz 1 24.10.24 ES – Madrid / La Riviera 25.10.24 ES – Murcia / Gamma 26.10.24 ES – Pamplona / Totem 28.10.24 FR – Toulouse / Le Bikini 29.10.24 FR – Lyon / Transbordeur 31.10.24 BE – Antwerp / Trix 01.11.24 FR – Paris / Elysee Montmartre 02.11.24 CH – Lausanne / Les Docks 03.11.24 CH – Zurich / Komplex 05.11.24 DE – Saarbrücken / Garage 06.11.24 DE – Oberhausen / Turbinenhalle 07.11.24 DE – Langen / Stadthalle 09.11.24 AT – Vienna / Simm City 12.11.24 DE – Munich / Backstage 13.11.24 DE – Berlin / Huxleys 15.11.24 DE – Neu-Ulm / Ratiopharm Arena 16.11.24 DE – Geiselwind / MusicHall 19.11.24 PL – Krakow / Studio 20.11.24 DE – Gera / KuK 21.11.24 DE – Bremen / Aladin 24.11.24 DK – Copenhagen / Vega* 25.11.24 NO – Oslo / Rockefeller* 26.11.24 SE – Gothenburg / Trädgår’n* 28.11.24 SE – Skövde / Valhall* 29.11.24 SE – Karlstad / Nöjesfabriken* 30.11.24 SE – Stockholm / Fryshuset* * with Sister Sin instead of Phil Campbell and The Bastard Sons
ACCEPT 2024 is: Wolf Hoffmann – guitar Mark Tornillo – vocals Uwe Lulis – guitar Martin Motnik – bass Christopher Williams – drums
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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