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POST PULSE’s Third Full-Length Album “Lupaus” Is More Rock Than Death

Posted by tarjavirmakari on May 31, 2026
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photo by Kristian Tilander

Modern metal band Post Pulse has now released its third album, continuing its musical evolution toward a more melodic, catchy, and bigger-sounding production. While Halls of the Damned (2017) introduced the band’s stripped-down and brutally grooving death metal, and Return to the Halls (2024) revealed a more melodic and sensitive side of Post Pulse, the new album Lupaus (Finnish for “Promise”) shows what the band is capable of when all the rules are removed – once again.

Post Pulse’s music now leans more toward rock than death metal. Clean vocals and distinct melodies take up more space, the band’s Finnish roots are strongly present, and instead of relentless speed, the tempos are oppressively heavy. Lupaus feels like the product of a mature band at the peak of its creativity – a band with a strong identity, roots, and the courage to reinvent itself.

With the new album, the genre of Post Pulse, founded in 2015, needs redefining. Perhaps it could be called modern death-rock.

Lupaus is a five-track, 45-minute work culminating in the album’s closing 22-minute metal monolith, “The Hole.” The album deals with themes we encounter daily in the news and in society, including war, domestic violence, depression, substance abuse, and social exclusion.

Cover artwork: Juuso Laatio / IG: artery.jl / https://juusolaatio.com

The album came together relatively quickly, almost like the result of burst of inspiration after a complete “dry spell”, and it all began with the idea of a 20-minute metal composition. Following Return to the Halls, chief songwriter Antti Karhu felt completely drained, and the musical direction for the next release was unclear – the only certainty was that the same album would not be made again.

The singles “Not My War,” “Lupaus,” and “Incredible Creatures” have previously been released from the album.

The album was mixed by Juhis Kauppinen, known as a vocalist of Merta, and mastered by Miro Kiiski. The album cover is a painting by artist Juuso Laatio.

Post Pulse’s Lupaus album: Spotify – Apple Music – Deezer – Qobuz – Tidal

Music videos for the Lupaus album singles:
Not My War
Lupaus
Incredible Creatures

Tracklist:

  1. Not My War – 6:19
  2. Lupaus – 6:38
  3. Incredible Creatures – 4:43
  4. A Strategy of Peace – 6:18
  5. The Hole – 21:44

Post Pulse lineup:
Tapani Rantanen – vocals (Sigyn, ex-Code Unknown)
Antti Karhu – guitar, vocals and programming (Shining [NO], Diablerie, Sounds of Delusion, ex-The Man-Eating Tree)
Anttoni Välimaa – drums (As the Sun Falls, Dying Reverie, ex-Stygian Creations)
Sam Roon – bass (ex-HUNG [USA], ex-Indestructible Noise Command [USA])

Links: Facebook | Instagram | YouTube | Spotify

BLOOD COMMAND Turn Betrayal into a Summer Anthem on ‘Flowers To A Knife Fight’

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With ‘Flowers To A Knife Fight’, Norwegian deathpop punks Blood Command turn betrayal, disappointment and emotional exhaustion into a blazing modern punk anthem built for sweaty clubs and massive festival singalongs alike.

Stream here: https://arisingempire.com/bloodcommand

Fueled by explosive energy, razor sharp hooks and the band’s unmistakable blend of punk urgency, pop sensibility and chaotic heaviness, the track captures the moment where heartbreak transforms into defiance. Driven by the instantly memorable refrain “I’m never gonna be that dumb”, ‘Flowers To A Knife Fight’ channels the frustration of broken trust and fading idols into a massive shout along chorus impossible to shake.

Lyrics about stolen light, empty apologies and losing faith in the people once held closest give the song an emotional rawness beneath its infectious energy. Rather than sinking into bitterness, Blood Command turn personal disappointment into something empowering, loud and unapologetically alive. Bursting with punchy riffs, relentless momentum and the band’s signature deathpop chaos, the single balances aggression and melody with effortless confidence.

Since forming in 2008, Blood Command have built a cult following through their fearless genre bending sound, acclaimed live performances and relentless touring alongside artists such as Refused, Kvelertak and Biffy Clyro. With Kerrang! acclaim and multiple Spellemann nominations under their belt, the band continue to push punk into bold new territory.

Catch the band live: 29.07.2026 I Wacken Open Air I Wacken, DE

Blood Command online:
https://www.instagram.com/bloodcommand
https://www.facebook.com/Bloodcommand

New Single ‘Elysium’ Sees HOPSYDIAN Embracing Darkness And Divinity

Posted by tarjavirmakari on May 31, 2026
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Hopsydian push emotional extremity and crushing heaviness to new heights with their latest single ‘ELYSIUM’, a dark and cinematic descent into fractured identity, spiritual abandonment and the violent pursuit of transcendence.

Stream here: https://arisingempire.com/hopsydian

Combining relentless modern metalcore aggression with sacred choir elements, towering atmosphere and beatdown loaded riffs, the track balances brutality and beauty with unsettling intensity. Driven by themes of inner ruin, corrupted faith and self deification, ‘ELYSIUM’ explores the emotional conflict between guilt and empowerment. Lyrics like “Every scar is a vow I survived” and “There’s grace in sin” paint a portrait of someone shaped by pain, no longer searching for salvation but becoming something terrifyingly divine in the process.

The song constantly shifts between whispered confession and explosive defiance, mirroring the psychological collapse unfolding beneath its massive production. Haunting choirs echo like fractured prayers throughout the track, colliding with crushing breakdowns and punishing drums that amplify the tension between sin and transcendence. As the song builds toward its radiant and emotionally overwhelming chorus, Hopsydian create a sound that feels both apocalyptic and euphoric, equal parts spiritual reckoning and violent rebirth. 

Catch the band live:
27.06.2026 I Chelsea I Vienna, AT
15.08.2026 I Summer Breeze Open Air I Dinkelsbühl, DE

Hopsydian online:
https://www.instagram.com/hopsydianofficial
https://www.facebook.com/hopsydianband

UK Doom Metal Heavyweights GODTHRYMM Release New Album “Projections”, Out Now

Posted by tarjavirmakari on May 31, 2026
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UK doom metal heavyweights GODTHRYMM release their highly anticipated new album “Projections” today via Profound Lore Records. 

With “Projections”, GODTHRYMM bring to a close a journey that began with their 2020 debut “Reflections” and continued with 2023’s critically acclaimed “Distortions”. In the years since “Reflections”, the band have steadily built a reputation as one of the most notable emerging acts from the UK’s doom scene, often recognized for channeling the spirit of early-to-mid ‘90s British doom metal – a sound closely associated with genre pioneers such as My Dying Bride, Paradise Lost, and Anathema.

Considering GODTHRYMM was formed and is helmed by UK doom metal veteran Hamish Glencross (formerly of My Dying Bride, Vallenfyre, and Solstice) and features drummer Shaun Taylor-Steels (formerly of My Dying Bride, Anathema, and Solstice), that classic UK doom metal DNA is already deeply embedded in the band’s sonic fabric.

This is clearly reflected on “Projections”, which is far from a nostalgic exercise, instead expanding further on the foundations laid by “Distortions”. With its expanded lineup, the album sees GODTHRYMM pushing their sound into new levels of depth, complexity, and dynamic range, while still retaining the colossal, emotionally charged heaviness that has defined the band’s identity since its inception. The result is a work that expands their sound further in both scope and cohesion – arguably their most layered, varied, complex, and aggressive release to date.

Stream the album HERE

As Hamish Glencross explains: “On this new album we present to you songs that channel our passion, our sorrow, our love, our fury – the very essence that makes us who we are, and we hope you find some kindred reflection in yourselves on this journey. Our first album ‘Reflections’ was a rekindling of our passion and fire for the music we love, the second album ‘Distortions’ took that template and evolved it ever further with grandeur and vision. ‘Projections’ takes everything that has brought to this point, and delves into our very musical souls with the appropriate introspection, diversity and contrasts of our emotions that define us. This is who we are, and we project all of this through our new album.“

He continues: “The vision and writing for ‘Projections’ commenced as the recording of the previous album ‘Distortions’ was in its completion. The direction was to push ourselves further in musical scope and complexity, and was then driven further by artistic ambition in a new lineup showcased on ‘The Light’ EP, but also then influenced by life’s challenges and subsequent personal tragedy within the band. The songs are a reflection of love, sorrow and fury which we all feel.“

Tracklist:
01. Trenches Deep
02. Truth In My Own
03. The Sun Never Fell
04. Endure My Skin (feat. Aaron Stainthorpe)
05. Jewels
06. Hope Is Eternal

“Projections” was recorded at various stages throughout the last year at different studios with Andy Hawkins and Glencross at the helm. Cover art was done by Mitchell Nolte.

The album is out now on Profound Lore Records and is available for purchase HERE

Next Live:
06/06/26 Leeds (UK) – Brudenell Social Club (Album Release Show)

GODTHRYMM are:
Hamish Glencross – Guitar & vocals
Shaun Taylor-Steels – Drums
Bob Crolla – Bass
Catherine Glencross – Keys & vocals
Kris McLaughin – Guitar

For more info visit:
https://www.facebook.com/godthrymm/
https://www.instagram.com/godthrymm/
https://godthrymm.com
https://godthrymmdoom.bandcamp.com
https://linktr.ee/profoundlorerecords

FUTURE PALACE Announce New Album “Resurgence” + Share Video for New Single ‘Resurge’

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Germany’s FUTURE PALACE are thrilled to announce their forthcoming fourth album RESURGENCE. It arrives July 31 via Century Media. Pre-order it here. 

The album is a powerful exploration of isolation, inner conflict, and the struggle to rebuild oneself. Blending post-hardcore intensity with cinematic electronics, soaring melodies, and crushing breakdowns, the Berlin trio dives deep into themes of depression, doubt, and emotional transformation.

Ultimately, Resurgence captures the fragile moment where despair slowly turns into strength — and is proof of the redemptive power of music.

Alongside the album announcement, the band invites fans and listeners to dive deep into their world with the video for the new single “RESURGE.” Watch it here.

The track finds the band playing with nu metal textures and buzzsaw riffs, retaining their ear worm hooks and signature sonic swells.

Vocalist Maria Lessing displays her multi-layered vocals talents, effortlessly shifting from scaled-the-bowels-of-hell screams to stunningly sweet melodic bursts.

“Musically, ‘Resurge‘ felt very nu metal right from the start when writing it,” says guitarist Manuel Kohlert.” So you can call it another experiment since we didn’t do that kind of music yet. Sidenote: When writing the instrumental I had a Japanese video game in mind, which I really liked as a kid, the soundtrack was also phenomenal. It is called ‘Solatorobo.'”

Lessing weighs in, saying, “This song is about doubting everything and every decision you’ve made so far in your life. Thinking about what it would be like if you would completely restart and be a totally different person — but also sacrifice everything and everyone you have in your life currently. It’s supposed to convey deep despair and self-doubt. What would life be like, if you were reborn today?”

She furthers, “It also picks up the music video story from our previous release ‘Deep Blue.’ At the end of the video, the crew of the submarine gets lost in the ocean, after the submarine sank. Their old friend, the siren, which attacked them because of a misunderstanding, welcomes them again in a new world, but the submarine crew has to sacrifice their human form to survive and become a new creature.”

Lessing finishes, “Musically, this song a strong nu metal energy, which has a nostalgic, but also modern feeling to it. It’s supposed to catch you but also portray the despair of the message, which I find the chorus represents best.”

Cover by Peter Leukhardt

RESURGENCE TRACK LISTING:
“Deep Blue” 
“Resurge“
“Supernova“
“Disintegrate” 
“The Shades” 
“Nixy” 
“Thorns” 
“Ebb and Flow” 
“Nightfall” 
“Symphony of the Clouds” 
“Tidal Waves” 
“Cyclone“

Future Palace, whose lineup is rounded out by drummer Johannes Früchtenicht, embody the emotional highs and lows of human life through a constantly shifting artistic lens. Their songs delve deep into internal struggles and shed light on issues surrounding mental health, topics that remain far too stigmatized in modern society. Over the past years, Future Palace have become one of Europe’s most exciting alternative metal acts, propelled by their intense live energy and a constantly growing international fanbase. Their recent North American tour marked their first major venture across the Atlantic, earning widespread praise and further expanding their global reach. In Europe, their latest headline tour set new milestones with numerous sold-out and upgraded shows across the continent. With a rapidly growing catalogue, rising streaming numbers, and a global fan community, Future Palace are entering their most ambitious era yet. 

Future Palace will spend the bulk of 2026 touring, with festival appearances and a fall tour on deck. All dates are below, including a return to the U.S. to appear at the Louder Than Life Festival in Louisville in September.

FUTURE PALACE ON TOUR:
FESTIVALS + SPECIALS:

6/13 — Nickelsdorf, Austria — Nova Rock
6/21 — Dessel, Belgium — Graspop Metal Meeting
6/26 — Leipzig, Germany — Impericon Festival
6/27 — Münster, Germany — Vainstream Rockfest
7/29–8/1 — Wacken, Germany — Wacken Open Air
8/6 — Dortmund, Germany — Junkyard (w/ The Ghost Inside)
8/7 — Villena, Spain — Leyendas del Rock
8/8 — Cercoux, France — Festival 666
8/12–8/15 — Dinkelsbühl, Germany — Summer Breeze
8/13–8/15 — Sulingen, Germany — Reload Festival
8/16 — Cudrefin, Switzerland — Rock The Lakes
9/20 — Louisville, KY — Louder Than Life
 
DEEP BLUE TOUR 2026:
9/29 — Warsaw, Poland — Hydrozagadka
10/1 — Helsinki, Finland — Tavastia
10/2 — Jyväskylä, Finland — Tanssisali Lutakko
10/4 — Gothenburg, Sweden — Pustervik
10/5 — Oslo, Norway — John Dee
10/6 — Copenhagen, Denmark — Pumpehuset
10/8 — Hamburg, Germany — Markthalle
10/9 — Amsterdam, Netherlands — Melkweg
10/10 — Cologne, Germany — E-Werk
10/11 — Sint-Niklaas, Belgium — De Casino
10/13 — Stuttgart, Germany — Im Wizemann (Halle)
10/14 — Frankfurt, Germany — Batschkapp
10/16 — Hanover, Germany — Faust
10/17 — Berlin, Germany — Festsaal Kreuzberg
11/2 — Essen, Germany — Zeche Carl
11/4 — London, England — The Garage
11/5 — Manchester, England — Manchester Academy 3
11/6 — Glasgow, Scotland — Slay
11/7 — Leeds, England — The Key Club
11/9 — Paris, France — Backstage by the Mill
11/10 — Lyon, France — Le Marché Gare
11/12 — Milan, Italy — Legend Club
11/13 — Zurich, Switzerland — Jugendkulturhaus Dynamo (Saal)
11/14 — Budapest, Hungary — Barba Negra
11/18 — Prague, Czech Republic — Rock Café
11/19 — Munich, Germany — Backstage (Werk)
11/20 — Nuremberg, Germany — Z-Bau

FUTURE PALACE ARE:
Maria Lessing — Vocals
Manuel Kohlert — Guitar
Johannes  Früchtenicht — Drums

FUTURE PALACE ONLINE:
Facebook
TikTok
Website
Instagram
Spotify
YouTube

Greek Dark Power Metallers THE SILENT RAGE Announce New Members

Posted by tarjavirmakari on May 31, 2026
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The Silent Rage issued the following press release:

“Legionnaires,

We are proud to officially welcome the newest members of The Silent Rage family: Constantin Maris (Forbidden Seed, I Abyssick) on lead vocals and Vassilis Batilas (Daylight Misery, ex-Fragile Vastness) on lead guitar.

Founding member and guitarist Nikos Siglidis comments: ‘It is a true pleasure to welcome Constantin and Vassilis to the band. We have known each other for many years, and they have always shown genuine respect and appreciation for The Silent Rage. Having them officially join our ranks marks an exciting new chapter for us, and I am truly looking forward to what the future holds.’

Vassilis Batilas states: “I am beyond stoked to join The Silent Rage as their new guitar player. Honored to be a part of the band as I have been a fan of the guys for quite a while. Onwards Legionnaires to our new endeavors. See you at An Club!”

Constantin Marris adds: “I’m really excited to be joining The Silent Rage. I couldn’t have asked for a warmer welcome to this new chapter. From the very first moment, it felt like we’d been playing together since always. I’m looking forward to see what the future holds for us on this new journey together. Gather the legions—battle is coming”.”

The Silent Rage will make their debut with the new line up alongside with Sunlight & Still Dusk at An Club in Athens, Greece, on Saturday, June 6th, 2026.

The Silent Rage is
Nikos Siglidis / Guitars
George Haniotakis / Bass
Stamatis Katsafados / Drums
Vassilis Batilas / Lead Guitar
Constantin Maris / Lead Vocals

Follow The Silent Rage:
Official Website
Facebook
Instagram
Spotify
YouTube
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