Battle-hardened heavy metal warriors GRAND MAGUS have released ‘The Wheel Of Pain‘, which is the second single from their upcoming 10th studio album, Sunraven.
Sunraven will be released on October 18th through Nuclear Blast Records, and conceptually deals with the legendary poem Beowulf, an ancient tale of epic proportions about heroes and monsters, honor and bravery, victory and defeat. In short, themes that have always played an important role in the lyrical concept of GRAND MAGUS.
JB (vocals & guitar) commented: “The album is about Beowulf and Grendel. In essence, Sunraven is Beowulf, and that’s my own invention. But some of the songs are written about and from the perspective of Beowulf, and some of the songs are written about and from the perspective of Grendel, the monster he faces in Denmark. That kind of steered me and carried me through the lyrical process this time. I’ve never done anything like this before. I’ve always been fascinated by that tale. These myths and legends are about all the basic things that we sing about – life, death, glory, dishonour, love, hate, overcoming difficulties, facing impossible opposition and so on.”
LIVE DATES: 22.11.-23.11.24 DE – Weißenhäuser Strand – Metal Hammer Paradise
The Last Will And Testament European Tour 2025 OPETH w/ Special Guest Grand Magus 09.02.25 FI Helsinki Ice Hall 11.02.25 SE Stockholm Cirkus 12.02.25 NO Oslo Sentrum Scene 14.02.25 DK Copenhagen DR Konserthus 15.02.25 DE Hamburg Docks 17.02.25 DE Cologne Palladium 18.02.25 DE Berlin Tempodrom 19.02.25 DE Munich Muffathalle 21.02.25 FR Paris L’Olympia 22.02.25 NL Amsterdam AFAS 23.02.25 BE Brussels AB
Image: Beetlejuice Beetlejuice Movie Poster [Warner Bros.]
Who doesn’t remember the cult classic from 1988, with its quirky humor and Tim Burton’s unmistakable style that captivated audiences? Now, over 30 years later, fans can rejoice as the sequel “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice “is on its way.
What Beetlejuice 2 is About
Don’t worry, we won’t give away too much. But here’s a little sneak peek.
Once again, the story revolves around Lydia Deetz, portrayed by the amazing Winona Ryder, whom we know from the first movie. This time, however, she plays the mother of her teenage daughter Astrid, played by Jenna Ortega, who many will recognize from the hit series “Wednesday”. When Astrid discovers a portal to the afterlife in the attic, chaos ensues – and Beetlejuice, played by Michael Keaton, makes his return. Get ready for a wild ghostly comedy that stays true to the humor and uniqueness of the original.
In the mood for a movie night? Check out the trailer here and get hyped for the cinematic event of the year:
KREATOR has dropped a powerful live video of their iconic song ‘Enemy Of God,’ taken from their monumental performance in Chile, now available onNuclear Blast’s YouTube channel. Fans can relive the mayhem and massive circle pits that erupted throughout the night, showcasing the raw energy that onlyKREATOR and their Chilean Hordes can command.
This video is a preview of KREATOR’s full live performance in Chile, which is streaming exclusively on Knotfest.com, until Sunday, providing fans a final chance to experience this epic show. This special streaming event celebratesKREATOR’s upcoming North American tour with TESTAMENT, which starts tomorrow.
Mille Petrozza comments,“Hordes! We’ve teamed up with KNOTFEST, who will be exclusively streaming our incredible show at the Movistar arena, from last year This should give you a taste of what’s to come on our upcoming North American Tour with TESTAMENT and special guests POSSESSED, kicking off THIS THURSDAY!”
This Thursday, the ‘Klash of the Titans‘ makes its triumphant return to North America! Fans will enjoy an epic night of metal with thrash royalty KREATOR and TESTAMENT co-headlining the run. The 34-date trek will make its way across the US and will include 7 Canadian dates before concluding in San Francisco on October 27th. Joining the night are special guests Bay Area death metal pioneers and labelmates POSSESSED.
Confirmed dates for KREATOR‘s co-headlining ‘Klash Of The Titans North American 2024‘ tour with TESTAMENT with special guests POSSESSED are: 09/12 Reno, NV @ Grand Sierra Resort and Casino 09/13 Las Vegas, NV @ House of Blues | Las Vegas 09/14 Salt Lake City, UT @ The Complex 09/16 Seattle, WA @ Showbox SoDo 09/17 Portland, OR @ Roseland Theater 09/18 Vancouver, BC @ Vogue Theatre 09/20 Calgary, AB @ MacEwan Hall 09/21 Enoch, AB @ River Cree Resort and Casino 09/22 Saskatoon, SK @ Coors Event Centre 09/24 Winnipeg, MB @ Burton Cummings Theatre 09/26 Maplewood, MN @ Myth Live 09/27 Chicago, IL @ Radius Chicago 09/28 Huber Heights, OH @ Rose Music Center at The Heights 09/29 Royal Oak, MI @ Royal Oak Music Theatre 10/01 Cleveland, OH @ The Agora Theatre & Ballroom 10/03 Toronto, ON @ History 10/04 Montreal, QC @ MTELUS 10/05 New Haven, CT @ College Street Music Hall 10/06 Boston, MA @ Citizens House of Blues | Boston 10/08 Silver Spring, MD @ The Fillmore | Silver Spring 10/10 Montclair, NJ @ The Wellmont Theater 10/11 Bethlehem, PA @ Wind Creek Event Center 10/12 Raleigh, NC @ The Ritz | Raleigh 10/13 Atlanta, GA @ Tabernacle 10/15 Orlando, FL @ Hard Rock Live 10/16 St. Petersburg, FL @ Jannus Live 10/18 Houston, TX @ White Oak Music Hall 10/19 San Antonio, TX @ The Aztec Theatre 10/20 Dallas, TX @ The Factory in Deep Ellum 10/22 Denver, CO @ Fillmore Auditorium 10/23 Albuquerque, NM @ Albuquerque Convention Center 10/24 Phoenix, AZ @ The Van Buren 10/26 Los Angeles, CA @ The Hollywood Palladium 10/27 San Francisco, CA @ The Warfield
International metal forces join in a monstrous union between Kreator andUS metal monsters, Anthrax. Completing this unmissable line-up, a very special guest, the Bay Area’s metal machine, Testament!
KREATOR + ANTHRAX 2024 EUROPEAN TOUR w/ very special guests Testament 21-Nov-2024 UK – Manchester, O2 Apollo 22-Nov-2024 UK – Wolverhampton, Civic Hall 23-Nov-2024 UK – London, Eventim Apollo 25-Nov-2024 IE – Dublin, 3 Arena 27-Nov-2024 UK – Glasgow, OVO Hydro 29-Nov-2024 FR – Paris, Zenith 30-Nov-2024 DE – Düsseldorf, Mitsubishi Electric Halle 01-Dec-2024 DE – Munich, Zenith 03-Dec-2024 LU – Esch-sur-Alzette, Rockhal 04-Dec-2024 CH – Zurich, Halle 622 06-Dec-2024 IT – Milan, Alcatraz 07-Dec-2024 DE – Stuttgart, Schleyerhalle 08-Dec-2024 DE – Berlin, Uber Eats Music Hall 10-Dec-2024 HU – Budapest, Barba Negra 11-Dec-2024 PL – Katowice, Spodek 13-Dec-2024 DE – Frankfurt, Jahrhunderthalle 14-Dec-2024 DE – Hamburg, Edel Optics Arena 15-Dec-2024 NL – Den Bosch, Mainstage
Following the singles “Innocent” and “Saint & Sinner” from Dead End Finland‘s upcoming sixth studio album, the band is now releasing a single called “Adrenaline.”
While the previous single “Saint & Sinner” showcased the band’s more modern style and the album’s first release “Innocent” demonstrated DEF’s ability to write gigantic and grandiose metal ballads, “Adrenaline” represents the band’s more straightforward expression. “Adrenaline” pushes forward like a train. It echoes our earlier work but with our current sound. This represents the “try not to mosh” section of the upcoming album,” rambles Santtu Rosen in his overalls while shoveling chicken shit on his new farm.
Dead End Finland is a melodic metal band from Helsinki founded in 2007. The lineup, which has remained unchanged since the beginning, has enabled the band’s sound to develop into its current rich form. Dead End Finland is difficult to place into any specific genre, and in the songs you can hear tones from classical music to death metal. During the years, the band’s style has become even more bombastic and melodic. The compositions have gained more depth and insight. The upcoming sixth album takes the band in a more modern direction, although Dead End Finland’s recognizable sound and basic elements are still easily heard.
Line-up: Mikko Virtanen – Vocals Santtu Rosén – Guitars & Bass Miska Rajasuo – Drums Jarno Hänninen – Keys
Samantha Fish is unstoppable in 2024, unveiling “Crowd Control” (Alternate Version), a dynamic three-song E.P. that reimagines her electrifying tracks “Faster,” “Crowd Control,” and “Better Be Lonely.” Known for her commanding stage presence, Fish amplifies these fan favourites with the raw, untamed energy that defines her. At the core of this release is a bold self-exploration—one of empowerment, vulnerability, and facing inner demons.
Recorded during a live performance video shoot in Nashville, the tracks burst to life with blistering guitar solos, dynamic vocals, and rebellious energy and capture the magnetic stage presence that has become Fish’s hallmark. Originally featured on her chart-topping 2021 album Faster, these new renditions breathe fresh life into the originals, with Fish’s journey mirroring the theme of empowerment that runs through the collection.
For Fish, live performances are where her music truly comes to life. “Making albums is one of my favourite things to do; it’s a chance to reinvent myself and my sound,” she says. “But the stage is where we bring the songs to life. I feel I connect the most with my audience from the stage. There’s something uniquely special about that energy—raw, unpolished, with no big fixes or edits. It’s about what you can do with the moment, and I think capturing that is crucial.” With the release of her live tracks, fans can now experience that energy wherever they are, a reminder of the magic she creates on stage.
2024 has been a standout year for Samantha Fish, highlighted by a Grammy nomination alongside collaborator Jesse Dayton for their album Death Wish Blues. The record debuted at #1 on the Billboard Blues Charts, holding that spot for three consecutive weeks, marking Fish’s fifth chart-topping album. Over the summer, she toured with Slash on his S.E.R.P.E.N.T. Tour and opened for The Rolling Stones during the final stop of their North American tour. This fall, she’s set to join the Experience Hendrix tour, sharing the stage with blues contemporaries like Kenny Wayne Shepherd, Eric Johnson, and Christone “Kingfish” Ingram. With a relentless work ethic, Fish performs nearly 200 high-energy shows a year, ensuring her unique blend of raw blues continues to captivate ever-growing audiences.
In November, Fish will headline the Ruf Records 30th Anniversary Tour, celebrating the label’s legacy and its dedication to shaping the future of blues music. The diverse line-up features Canned Heat, Mitch Ryder, Bernard Allison, and Ghalia Volt, each representing different facets of the blues spectrum. As a leading voice in the genre, Fish’s role in the tour cements her status as a trailblazer, keeping blues music vibrant while honouring its rich history. Kicking off on November 7th in Pittsburgh, the tour promises an exciting celebration of the blues for both longtime fans and new listeners.
Samantha Fish has gained widespread recognition gracing the covers of Guitar World and Vintage Guitar and receiving critical acclaim from major publications. The New York Times describes her as “one of the most promising young blues performers working,” praising her punchy vocals and energetic guitar work. No Depression lauds her versatility, stating, “Samantha Fish can take you on a journey through country, blow your blues away, or slam you with some raucous rawk.” Garden & Gun hails her as “one of the new guitar greats,” and Guitarist Magazine agrees that Fish “is a force to be reckoned with.”
A DHP & REGULAR MUSIC PRESENTATION BY ARRANGEMENT WITH THE MAIN THING
Sept 25 – Santa Rosa, CA, Luther Burbank Sept 26 – Saratoga, CA, Mountain Winery Sept 27 – Las Vegas, NV, The Smith Center Sept 28 – Highland, CA, Yaamavo Casino Sept 29 – Tucson, AZ, Fox Theatre
EUROPE – BULLETPROOF TOUR
Oct 04 – Birmingham, UK, Town Hall Oct 05 – Brighton, UK, Chalk Oct 06 – London, UK, Koko Oct 07 – Norwich, UK, Epic Studios Oct 08 – Cardiff, UK, Tramshed Oct 09 – Bath, UK, Komedia Oct 10 – Leeds, UK, Project House Oct 11 – Nottingham, UK, Rock City Oct 12 – Newcastle, UK, Boiler Shop Oct 13 – Edinburgh, UK, Queen’s Hall Oct 15 – Arnhem, NL, Luxer Live Oct 16 – Groningen, NL, Oosterport Oct 17 – Den Haag, NL, Paard Oct 18 – Enchede, DE, Metropool Oct 19 – Worpswede, DE, Music Hall Oct 20 – Cologne, DE, Kantine Oct 21 – Hamburg, DE, Fabrik Oct 22 – Berlin, DE, Hole .44
RUF RECORDS 30TH ANNIVERSARY TOUR
Nov 7 – Pittsburgh, PA, Carnegie Music Hall of Homestead Nov 8 – Warren, OH, Robins Theatre Nov 9 – Cincinnati, OH, Ludlow Garage Nov 10 – St Charles, IL, Arcada Theatre Nov 11 – Columbus, OH, Bluestone Nov 15 – Virginia Beach, VA, Elevation 27 Nov 16 – Hopewell, VA, Beacon Theatre Nov 20 – Washington D.C. Warner Theatre Nov 21 – Glenside, PA, Keswick Nov 22 – Jim Thorpe, PA, Penn’s Peak Nov 23 – New York, NY, Sony Hall Nov 24 – Beverly, MA, Cabot Theatre
Swedish blues-rock band CIRKUS PRÜTZ presents the official video for ‘Boogie Woogie Man’.
The video was drawn by Erwan Lengline and is reminiscent of the classic Hanna Barbera TV series Scooby Doo from the 70s with dancing skeletons and other ‘scary’ things.
The song is taken from the 2022 release ‘Blues Revolutuon’. The band is currently working on new songs for the fourth studio album.
With their roots in blues, hard rock and punk, CIRKUS PRÜTZ are not afraid to break the rules. Nobody tells them what they should or shouldn’t do. They push the boundaries and break new ground.
Cirkus Prütz take us straight from their Swedish homeland on a hot road trip through Texas with Queens Of The Stoneage, Muddy Waters and ZZ Top on the car radio.
MUSICIANS Christian Carlsson – Lead Vocals, guitar, harp Franco Santunione – Guitar, vocals Jerry Prütz – Bass, vocals Per Kohlus – Drums
THE ROCK ALCHEMIST – Italian Rock Band from Turin with a strong sonic identity that blends modern rock with progressive, hard, alternative, and pop elements!
Kimmo Kuusniemi’s SARCOFAGUS return with a Historic 2010 Concert Video Premiere on YouTube! Click image to watch the video
Metal Shock Finland (World Assault ) 