Following the successful release of their debut album Winners Write History in 2024, Swedish female-fronted rock band MARYLANE have returned with their highly anticipated sophomore album, Seventh Sense, released on July 17, 2026. Today, the band has released the official music video for the album’s focus track, “SEVEN.”.
A powerful and emotionally charged anthem, “SEVEN” explores the internal struggle of battling personal demons while searching for peace and clarity. Blending soaring melodies, hard-hitting riffs, and heartfelt lyricism, the track showcases the band’s continued evolution while remaining true to the powerful rock sound that first captured listeners’ attention.
The album was mixed and mastered by renowned producer and guitarist Andy La Rocque at Sonic Train Studios, bringing a polished yet dynamic sonic landscape that perfectly complements MARYLANE’s energetic and emotional approach to modern rock.
Once upon a time, nestled in a corner of the bustling city, there existed a magnificent amusement park named Marylane, which was operated by Marymaker the Clown. He was perceived by the public as both terrifying and captivating, and there were rumors that he possessed the ability to attract both light and darkness simultaneously, as if he were a master of duality. During the park’s prime, one could hear the excited cheers of visitors from afar and the sound of carousels roaring under the summer sun. However, as the years went by, fewer and fewer people found the time to visit the amusement park, leaving Marymaker with a deep sense of abandonment.
The very thing that he had once been so passionate about now seemed to wither away and rely solely on artificial respiration. Filled with desperation, Marymaker embarked on a journey to find himself, only to encounter chaos and despair at every turn. One evening, while lost in his own thoughts, Marymaker overheard a group of people gathering on the Tivoli stage to compose music. There was one particular melody that caught his attention, as it exuded both sadness and hope. Intrigued, he felt compelled to venture out and discover the source of this captivating music. Could it be that the songs were about him?
Marylane is a swedish rockband formed in 2023 and draws inspiration from vintage sounds infusing them with a modern intimate touch. With their music they delve into the depths of the human experience exploring the paradoxial and existential questions that haunt our minds. Their sound is a harmonious blend of captivating melodies, groovy rythms, ephic choruses and introspective lyrics.
Alternative metallers ENTHEOS announce their new studio album, Empty on the Inside, arriving October 23rd, 2026 via Metal Blade Records, and unveil their first single and video “Golden Crown“, available now on all DSPs.
Comments vocalist Chaney Crabb, “‘Golden Crown’ is a song that we spent a few years writing and re-writing until we felt that we really had it right. The chorus of the song was originally written in 2020, long before we began working on this album, and it was so strong that we knew we had to include it on the album. Once the song was finished, it became obvious to us that this was what we wanted to release as our first single. When writing this song, we channeled a lot of our favorite bands and influences from the ’90s – we were aiming to write a ‘heavier’ version of a ’90s rock song that included creepy synths, huge chorus and an explosive breakdown.
“Lyrically, the song is about losing yourself in a deeply destructive attachment that feels both empowering and imprisoning. The formed relationship has become inseparable from your identity. The lyric, ‘I’ve worn you like a golden crown year after year,’ represents a burden that is destroying you, but has also become how you define yourself.”
Empty on the Inside is the most ambitious and fully realized album of ENTHEOS‘ career. Featuring vocalist Chaney Crabb (voice actress for Jill Valentine in Dead by Daylight) and multi-instrumentalist Navene Koperweis (ex-Animals as Leaders, Animosity), alongside guitarists Scott Carstairs (Fallujah) and Michael Stancel (Allegaeon), the record captures the band at their most collaborative and creatively unified. The result is a record that delivers the jaw-dropping musicianship and progressive intensity the band is known for while embracing tighter songwriting, stronger hooks, and a deeper melodic presence – channeling the raw, visceral energy of 90s rock and metal into something wholly modern and entirely their own.
States the band, “Empty on the Inside is a statement piece for us. From the start, our goal was to capture the raw, visceral energy that made ’90s rock and metal so impactful and timeless by prioritizing authentic performances and our individual voices as musicians over hyper-polished modern production.”
Empty On The Inside was produced by Mark Lewis (The Black Dahlia Murder, Fallujah, Whitechapel) and mastered by Justin Sturtz at Sterling Sound. The album’s striking visual artwork was created by Zac Shiffer (Nine Inch Nails, Behemoth, Soundgarden).
Empty On The Inside Track Listing: 01. Hell Is a Part of Me 02. Empty on the Inside 03. Hollow 04. Call My Name 05. Golden Crown 06. Undone 07. Tomblight (feat. Michael Lessard) 08. Pale Faith 09. Never Let Me Go 10. The Earth Will Move
ENTHEOS are currently supporting Jinjer on their North American Duél Tour alongside Crystal Lake – the band’s highest profile run to date, following their 2025 first-ever North American headlining tour which saw multiple sellouts and venue upgrades throughout. The reception on the current run has been outstanding, with All Music Magazine praising Crabb’s “seamless blend of ferocious gutturals, piercing screams, and melodic textures” and noting that “every intricate riff and rhythmic shift landed with precision,” while Metal Insider declared simply: “Entheos crushed it. A blast to see live.” The Jinjer run continues through July 24th in Las Vegas, Nevada. See all dates below.
ENTHEOS w/ Jinjer, Crystal Lake:
7/21/2026 Summit – Denver, CO ** 7/22/2026 Revel – Albuquerque, NM ** 7/24/2026 House of Blues – Las Vegas, NV ** ** No Crystal Lake ^ festival date
ENTHEOS is: Chaney Crabb – vocals, lyrics Navene Koperweis – drums, guitar, synth Michael Stancel – guitar, synth Scott Carstairs – guitar
Acclaimed American hard rock band TESLA is proud to release their new album, ‘Homage,’ out now via Frontiers Music Srl. Marking a full-circle moment in their storied career, the album finds the band returning to their roots with a collection of covers honoring some of rock’s most timeless hits.
To celebrate the announcement, the band shares their rendition of The Temptations‘ 1967 classic, “I Wish It Would Rain.” The track arrives alongside an official music video, available below.
Brian Wheat comments:
“‘I Wish It Would Rain’ is a nod to one of the greatest singers of all time, David Ruffin. It’s a great song, and I’ve always loved it. One of the things I’m most proud of about TESLA‘s version is that I think David Ruffin would be proud to hear Jeff sing it. He did an amazing job on this one. As far as the band goes, there are lots of bands that can play. I’m proud that TESLA has developed the maturity to know when not to play. With a song like this, it could’ve easily gone the other way. We could’ve overplayed it and added all kinds of extra parts that would’ve been too much. Instead, we stayed true to the original arrangement, with five guys playing very sparsely and letting Jeff‘s vocal carry the song.”
It is remarkable to reflect on the more than 40 years since TESLA began as a cover band performing in California nightclubs before going on to write and record original material and sell millions of albums.
Much like their musical heroes — The Beatles and The Rolling Stones—artists who honed their craft by performing songs from those who came before them, TESLA followed a similar path in their early years and continues to embrace the tradition of paying tribute through cover songs today.
‘Homage,’ the band’s new album, not only honors legendary artists but also provides an opportunity to showcase lead singer Jeff Keith‘s vocal diversity. The album stands as a thank-you expressed through music, an offering to the iconic voices and songs that shaped the band’s influences and, ultimately, their own songwriting.
‘Homage’ is not about imitation, but acknowledgment, tracing the line from influence to identity, from listening to becoming. The project also arrives more than 20 years after the ‘Real to Reel’ series, a release that helped inspire the creation of a new original TESLA song, “Never Alone.”
The selected songs on ‘Homage’ were chosen for a variety of reasons, primarily representing some of the greatest vocalists of all time, including Elvis Presley, Freddie Mercury, Sam Cooke, David Ruffin, Etta James, and James Brown. Additional selections reflect songs the band grew up hearing on the radio and on their turntables.
On the new album, TESLA shares:
“Our new album ‘Homage‘ is a thank-you note written in sound. An offering to the great singers and songs that shaped the music we grew up listening to, and the songs we would eventually write. We hope you all enjoy this as much as we did making it. Thank you for all the years – Keep it Real and Keep On Rockin’!”
Have You Ever Seen The Rain (Creedence Clearwater Revival Cover)
I’d Rather Go Blind (Etta James Cover)
Mind Your Own Business – (Hank Williams Cover)
TESLA is excited to be hitting the road this summer on The Return of the Carnival of Sins Tour with Motley Crue and Extreme. The tour begins tonight in Burgettstown, PA, and winds its way through the United States before concluding in Ridgefield, WA on September 26th.For a full list of dates, please see below.
In addition, TESLA will be making an appearance at The Sound Garden in Syracuse, NY, on July 23 at 6:00 PM, signing copies of ‘Homage.’
The Return of the Carnival of Sins Tour w/ Motley Crue and Extreme
Jul 20 – Clarkson, MI @ Pine Knob Music Theatre Jul 22 – Toronto, ON @ RBC Amphitheatre Jul 24 – Gilford, NH @ BankNH Pavilion Jul 25 – Bangor, ME @ Maine Savings Amphitheater Jul 27 – Camden, NJ @ Freedom Mortgage Pavilion Jul 29 – Saratoga Springs, NY @ Saratoga Performing Arts Center Jul 31 – Holmdel, NJ @ PNC Bank Arts Center Aug 1 – Mansfield, MA @ Xfinity Center Aug 3 – Bristow, VA @ Jiffy Lube Live Aug 12 – Alpharetta, GA @ Ameris Bank Amphitheatre Aug 14 – West Palm Beach, FL @ iTHINK Financial Amphitheatre Aug 15 – Tampa, FL @ MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre Aug 17 – Charlotte, NC @ PNC Music Pavilion Aug 19 – St. Louis, MO @ Hollywood Casino Amphitheater Aug 21 – Shakopee, MN @ Mystic Lake Amphitheater Aug 22 – Tinley Park, IL @ Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre Aug 24 – Cuyahoga Falls, OH @ Blossom Music Center Aug 25 – Cincinnati, OH @ Riverbend Music Center Aug 27 – Grand Rapids, MI @ Acrisure Amphitheater Aug 28 – Noblesville, IN @ Ruoff Music Center Sep 8 – Kansas City, MO @ Morton Amphitheater Sep 10 – Dallas, TX @ Dos Equis Pavilion Sep 11 – Houston, TX @ The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion Sep 13 – Albuquerque, NM @ Isleta Amphitheater Sep 16 – Phoenix, AZ @ Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre Sep 18 – Chula Vista, CA @ North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre Sep 19 – Long Beach, CA @ Long Beach Amphitheater Sep 21 – Salt Lake City, UT @ Utah First Credit Union Amphitheatre Sep 23 – Wheatland, CA @ Toyota Amphitheatre Sep 24 – Mountain View, CA @ Shoreline Amphitheater Sep 26 – Ridgefield, WA @ Cascades Amphitheater
TESLA are: Jeff Keith – Vocals Frank Hannon – Guitar, Keyboards, Piano, Organ, Backing Vocals Dave Rude – Guitar, Backing Vocals, Bass Brian Wheat – Bass, Keyboards, Piano, Backing Vocals Steve Brown – Drums and Percussion
Swedish folk metal pioneers FEJD release the title track from their highly anticipated fifth full-length album, ‘Nifelheim,’ set for release on August 21, 2026 via Black Lodge / Sound Pollution. The new single arrives alongside a lyric video, available below.
“Nifelheim” invites listeners to embrace a realm of death and ice, the track opens the gates to a world steeped in ancient Nordic myth and mysticism.
From the very first note, “Nifelheim” draws the listener into a landscape of forgotten legends, carried by powerful arrangements and the evocative spirit of Nordic melancholy. With their signature blend of traditional folk instruments and modern metal, FEJD once again demonstrate why they are regarded as one of the leading names in folk metal.
Bridging two worlds with remarkable authenticity, the band combines the strength and intensity of heavy metal with the rich melodies, timeless traditions, and haunting beauty of Nordic folk music. The result is a captivating and immersive musical journey that sets the tone for what promises to be FEJD‘s most ambitious album to date.
Following the recent release of their first single, “Narrows”, US heavy rock outfit SPIRIT MOTHER return today with “Stranger, You Are”, the second offering from their forthcoming third studio album, Thistle, set for release on September 4, 2026 via Sound Of Liberation Records.
Written, recorded and produced by the band themselves in the secluded attic of Armand and SJ Lance’s century-old cabin in the high desert of Burns, Oregon, Thistle reflects the raw beauty and quiet isolation of its surroundings. Showcasing the album’s dynamic sonic range, “Stranger, You Are” moves effortlessly between towering walls of sound and striking moments of vulnerability, offering another compelling glimpse into the deeply introspective world of Thistle.
The band comments: “Stranger, You Are is a reckoning: within and without. An exploration of self and surroundings. What are the mechanisms that help you navigate your existence? Can you trust them? Sonically Stranger, You Are encompasses the spectrum of sounds found in Thistle: from a wall of sound to a single raw instrument or voice. In keeping with this theme of self exploration, it is paired with its intro “Ephemeral” which is an improvisation on the song’s central themes. Recorded live in the room together on 1 microphone, while violins each had DI signal feeding into amps and pedals. The result is an intimate, cavernous deconstruction of our 2nd single, Stranger, You Are.”
“Stranger, You Are” is out now on all digital platforms, stream the song here: https://orcd.co/ewgz5dr
Originally formed in Long Beach, California and now based in the rural Pacific Northwest, SPIRIT MOTHER have carved out a distinctive place within the modern heavy rock landscape. Their sound blends folk-informed songwriting, atmospheric strings, haunting vocal harmonies and crushing rock dynamics into a style that is both expansive and deeply emotional.
Following the release of their sophomore album Trails, the band spent 2024 and 2025 relentlessly touring throughout the United States and Europe, including appearances at Desertfest New York, Levitation Festival, Rock Im Wald, Blue Moon Festival, Berg Herzberg, Festival Kult and Hoflärm. Along the way, they have shared stages with acclaimed acts such as All Them Witches, Graveyard, King Buffalo, Weedeater, Acid King, Melvins, Blackwater Holylight and LA Witch.
Returning home after extensive touring, the band dedicated themselves to writing and recording Thistle entirely on their own terms. The result is an album that captures both the isolation and beauty of their surroundings while pushing SPIRIT MOTHER‘s unique blend of heavy rock, Americana and psychedelic influences further than ever before.
Sep 25 Dortmund, DE – Musiktheater Piano Sep 26 Leeuwarden, NL – Into The Void Festival Sep 30 Bielefeld, DE – Forum Bielefeld Oct 01 Karlsruhe, DE – PsyKA Festival Oct 02 Pratteln, CH – Up In Smoke Festival Oct 03 Konstanz, DE – Kulturladen Oct 07 Ljubljana, SI – Channel Zero Oct 08 Passau, DE – Zauberberg Oct 09 Nürnberg, DE – MUZ – Musikzentrale Nürnberg e.V. Oct 10 München, DE – Keep It Low Festival Oct 11 Erfurt, DE – Bandhaus Erfurt Oct 13 Berlin, DE – Neue Zukunft Oct 15 Aalborg, DK – 1000 Fryd Oct 16 Kiel, DE – Schaubude
SPIRIT MOTHER is: Armand Lance – Guitar, Vocals SJ Lance – Violin, Vocals Michael Fenris – Bass Mia Rose – Violin, Vocals
Since the early 1980’s, lead by vocalist Sammy DeJohn, RUTHLESS has stayed true to its style of metal, from the classic first EP “Metal Without Mercy” (1984) and the debut cult album “Discipline Of Steel” (1986), to the later albums “They Rise” (2015)” and “Evil Within” (2019). Their previous album “The Fallen” was released in January 2024 on their new label Fireflash Records (WOLF, HOLY MOSES, MEZZROW a.o.), followed by a European tour as support act for their fellow believers JAG PANZER, cementing their reputation as a magnificent live band.
Last Friday RUTHLESS released their new studio album “Curse Of The Beast“. It was recorded along with producer Ron Sandoval (KERRY KING a.o.), who also did the final mix and mastering. “We can’t wait for you all to hear it. We have a couple of surprises on this one and it’s going to destroy,” reveals vocalist Sammy.
“Curse Of The Beast” is available on a CD Jewelcase, as well as on “bestial red” colored Vinyl, which is limited to 500 copies. Also check out our bundles with a new shirt on Bandcamp.
To celebrate the album release, RUTHLESS also reveal a visualizer for the track “Killed By Fate“. “The song is about John Wayne Gascie, a serial killer who was called the Killer Clown”, ads vocalist Sammy DeJohn.
Last Saturday, RUTHLESS also started their European tour with a first show in Belgium. They are supporting MINDWARS as well as THE TROOPS OF DOOM, and perform at the legendary “Headbangers Open Air.”
RUTHLESS Live, remaining shows:
22.07.2026 DE – H.O.A. (Warm-Up Show) Hamburg 23.07.2026 LU – Esch Belval, MK Bar 24.07.2026 DE – Dresden, Chemiefabrik (w/ The Troops Of Doom) 25.07.2026 DE – Burglengenfeld – VAZ (w/ The Troops Of Doom) 26.07.2026 DE – Oberhausen, Kulttempel (w/ The Troops Of Doom) 27.07.2026 BE – Deinze, Elpee (w/ The Troops Of Doom)
RUTHLESS is: Sammy DeJohn – Vocals Glen Paul – Guitar David Servantez – Guitar Sandy K. Vasquez – Bass Joseph Aghassi – 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
