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CHARLOTTE WESSELS Opens New Chapter with New Single + Official Music Video ‘After Us, The Flood’

Posted by tarjavirmakari on January 14, 2026
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CHARLOTTE WESSELS’ The Obsession opens a new chapter with “After Us, The Flood”. Marking the first release after the extensive The Obsession (2024) album cycle, the former DELAIN vocalist and what has since grown into a full band showcase their trademark storytelling and unique sound. Hypnotic, captivating, and deeply urgent, “After Us, The Flood” builds from symphonic, intimate passages into an explosive metal climax, all held together by CHARLOTTE WESSELS’ charismatic and expressive voice.

Over the past several years, Charlotte has impressively shaped her artistic identity as an artist – from the two full-length song compilations Tales From Six Feet Under (2021) and Tales From Six Feet Under Vol. II (2022) to her first full studio album, The Obsession (2024). Throughout this journey, she has delivered top-notch music that is emotive, sonically sophisticated, and heavy in equal measure. “After Us, The Flood” is the first new release following The Obsession created with the band now carrying that album’s name. Joost van den Broek joined the production process and mixed the song, helping shape its final form.

While continuing to write, record and release a new song every month on Patreon, Charlotte never shies away from drawing inspiration from a wide range of musical styles, resulting in enthralling music that defies pigeonholing yet always carries a distinctive artistic signature.

CHARLOTTE WESSELS about “After Us, The Flood”:       
“’
After Us, The Flood’ is a song about climate change, told through the eyes of someone who has convinced himself it isn’t real. He feels protected within the walls of his own home while the world outside quietly begins to fall apart. As the song unfolds (spoilers!) that sense of safety proves to be an illusion; the decay he’s ignored eventually finds its way inside. We poured a lot of heart into this track, shaping a sonic story about denial, dread, and the fragile comfort of looking away. The video doesn’t literally follow the lyrics, but instead imagines the consequences of that mindset, offering a symbolic glimpse of a world where  wealth loses all meaning once the planet as we know it is gone.” 

After touring with Scandinavian prog metal unit VOLA and coming off of a successful summer run, playing the biggest metal festivals from Belgian Graspop and French Hellfest to German Summer Breeze and Dynmo in her Dutch home to only name a few, the singer-songwriter will soon be enchanting live audiences again: starting this Friday, January 16, CHARLOTTE WESSELS’ The Obsession (Joey Marin de Boer (drums), Timo Somers (guitars), and Otto Schimmelpenninck van der Oije (bass) and Nina van Beelen (keys)) will be joining Amaranthe and Epica on their “Arcane Dimensions Tour”. Starting in Cologne, they’ll make their way through Europe, playing 29 cities until the tour concludes in Frankfurt in March. Find the list of dates below!

CHARLOTTE WESSELS Live 2026
Supporting Epica & Amaranthe On Their “Arcane Dimensions Tour”
16.01.26 DE – Cologne / Palladium
17.01.26 DE – Munich / Zenith
18.01.26 BE – Brussels / Vorst Nationaal
20.01.26 UK – Bristol / Beacon
21.01.26 UK – Glasgow / Barrowland
23.01.26 UK – Manchester / O2 Apollo
24.01.26 UK – London / Eventim Apollo
25.01.26 FR – Paris / Zenith
27.01.26 CH – Zurich / Halle 622
28.01.26 IT – Milan / Alcatraz
30.01.26 ES – Barcelona / Razzmatazz
31.01.26 ES – Madrid / Sala La Rivera
01.02.26 PT – Lisbon / Coliseu dos Recreios
03.02.26 FR – Toulouse / Le Bikini
04.02.26 FR – Lyon / Radiant-Bellevue
06.02.26 DE – Ludwigsburg / MHP Arena
07.02.26 NL – Amsterdam / Ziggo Dome
06.03.26 DE – Hamburg / Inselpark Arena
07.03.26 DE – Leipzig / Haus Auensee
08.03.26 DE – Berlin / Columbiahalle
10.03.26 DK – Copenhagen / Poolen
11.03.26 SE – Stockholm / Fallan
13.03.26 FI – Oulu / Tapahtumakeskus Tullisali
14.03.26 FI – Helsinki / Black Box
15.03.26 EE – Tallinn / Helitehas
17.03.26 PL – Warsaw / Arena Torwar
18.03.26 AT – Vienna / Gasometer
21.03.26 CZ – Prague / Forum Karlin
22.03.26 DE – Frankfurt / Jahrhunderthalle

CHARLOTTE WESSELS online:
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THE GEMS Unleash New Single ‘Firebird’

Posted by tarjavirmakari on January 14, 2026
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[Photo credit: Mikael Hulten]

Swedish hard rock sensation THE GEMS storm towards their sophomore album with another single! Following their celebrated debut album, Phoenix, the trio honors the mythical creature again with “Firebird”. Heralding the upcoming Year Of The Snake (out March 13, 2026 via Napalm Records), mighty “Firebird” expands on the Swedish band’s unmistakable energy and charisma. Long gone from their previous band, Thundermother, THE GEMS show they’re the future of rock’n’roll.
 
THE GEMS on “Firebird”:
“The tale of the firebird is one of greed. Always wanting more and not appreciating what you have. In many ways, we see the state of the world as very much infected by this virus. This is our way of channeling that frustration into something uplifting yet thoughtful. Musically, we’re going back to our roots, giving you a hard-hitting classic rock tune.”

Watch the Official Reel for “Firebird”:

Rock sensation THE GEMS return with their second album Year Of The Snake, out on March 13, 2026. The Swedish trio solidifies their position as a strong player in modern hard rock. Their very first single, “Like A Phoenix”, instantly hit #2 on the German Rock Radio Airplay Charts and they impressed both fans and critics with their debut record Phoenix (2024). With one album under their belt, and numerous electrifying live shows, THE GEMS quickly established what Year Of The Snake now effortlessly proves: this is the future of rock!

THE GEMS on Year Of The Snake:
“Year Of The Snake is about facing previous hardships in your life, letting go and moving forward to a brighter chapter. It’s packed with strong and empowering themes, just like a snake shedding its skin and now standing strong in its own power!
Year Of The Snake is a homage to our fans at our live shows. We wrote the songs envisioning an excited festival crowd; from our loyal diamonds in the front row, knowing all lyrics by heart – to the crazy headbangers in the back. The album is packed with Van Halen and Europe-inspired hard-hitting grooves and riffs that will take you back to the 80s. Yet, the production is modern and fresh. In an increasingly artificial world, we want to stay true to our roots – solid musicianship and songwriting from the heart. Our aim is to always create a great sounding album with the live show in mind.
The future is live and heavy glam rock is here to stay!”

Pre-Order Year Of The Snake NOW

Shaping the genre with 14 new tracks, THE GEMS are all about the energy. “The time to change is now!,” proclaims opener “Walls”, before the hard hitting and empowering title track offers the showstopping trifecta of frontwoman Guernica Mancini’s powerful vocals, guitarist Mona Lindgren’s heavy riffs and the heartbeat of the band; Emlee Johansson’s steady drumming. Demonstrating just how much the future is really theirs to take, “Gravity” adds Tommy Johansson’s (Majestica, Ex-Sabaton) powerful voice to an 80’s inspired sound, taking Year Of The Snake up another level. “Diamond In The Rough” is an understatement compared to the blues-y strength this song possesses, while previously released “Live And Let Go” with its catchy rhythm is undeniable radio hit material – a style this band wields extraordinarily well. “Clout Chaser” and “Hot Bait” come in uplifting, before THE GEMS delve into “Forgive And Forget”, a ballad in which Guernica’s voice comes across especially strong. “Go Along To Get Along” again illustrates the Swedish fireballs breaking the chains of their past and emerging stronger from it – as proven by speedy “Math Ain’t Mathing”, mighty “Firebird”, and “Stars” with its virtuoso guitar solo. Year Of The Snake is wrapped up by the catchy “Buckle Up” and “Happy Water” – with energetic grooves that end this album on a high note!
 
In less than three years of existence as a band, THE GEMS have managed to shape modern rock like few other bands. Year Of The Snake is an impressive follow-up to their debut, filled to the brim with catchy anthems and groovy hits. This Swedish trio is on its way to the well-deserved top. Female, fiery, unforgettable: The future of rock is now!

Year Of The Snake Tracklist:
1 Walls
2 Year Of The Snake
3 Gravity
4 Diamond In The Rough
5 Live And Let Go
6 Clout Chaser
7 Hot Bait
8 Forgive And Forget
9 Go Along To Get Along
10 Math Ain’t Mathing
11 Firebird
12 Stars
13 Buckle Up
14 Happy Water

THE GEMS Live 2026
Following their formation in 2023, THE GEMS quickly showed the exceptional live energy of the new band, with highlight performances including Sweden Rock Festival 2024. After the release of the upcoming full-length, THE GEMS will hit the road on their “Slithering Through Europe” tour.

Slithering Through Europe Spring Tour
w/ Special Guests: King Zebra
21.03.25 DE – Lingen / Alter Schlachthof
22.03.25 DE – Cologne / Helios 37
24.03.25 DE – Hanover / Lux
25.03.25 DE – Aschaffenburg / Colos-Saal
27.03.25 CH – Oberentfelden / Böröm Pöm Pöm
29.03.25 DE – Munich / Backstage
30.03.25 DE – Nuremberg / Hirsch
31.03.25 DE – Dresden / HD – Die Rock & Metal Bar
01.04.25 DE – Berlin / Frannz Club
02.04.25 DE – Hamburg / Knust

THE GEMS are:
Guernica Mancini – Vocals
Emlee Johansson – Drums
Mona “Demona” Lindgren – Guitar, Bass
 
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SEMPER ACERBUS Celebrate Release of New “Following Omens” Album with Music Video for ‘Torn Inside’

Posted by tarjavirmakari on January 14, 2026
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American Melodic Metalcore band Semper Acerbus is bring us back to the brink of poison and pain like exotic plague doctors bursting from the shadows! The band just dropped a determined metalcore music video entitled “Torn Inside” which talks about overcoming a burden of problems. The music video was directed by Marc Coronado and it is the third music video taken from their brand new full-length album Following Omens which was just released on January 9, 2026 via Eclipse Records. The album was produced by Chris Mora (Upon a Burning Body, Kingdom Collapse, Chimaira) at Warhorse Recordings (San Antonio, TX).

We had this idea of a expressing of how problems in life can take a toll on your emotional state” says lead vocalist Nelson Acerbus. “the long walks, the overthinking but also showing some of the art that we have in Del Rio, some murals, the streets, keeping it organic. 2025 threw a bunch of obstacles to all of us in the band… we are still figuring in out, but we have faith and confidence that everything will improve. Also, we’re thankful that Jerry Garza filled in for bass, he is an ex-member of Semper Acerbus but he’s always willing to fill in when he can!”

Semper Acerbus go straight for the jugular with their blistering third metalcore album titled Following Omens, blasting us across deserts, dunes, mountains, and woodlands deep and dark in the pit of the heart. The vocals are a nuclear fusion of rip-saw growls accented and built on in key moments with layers of traditional lead and harmony lines both modern and medieval, all meant to paint you pictures and sever your soul. The rhythm tracks crash like waves in the wild, and the lyrics are mirrors haunted by the shadows of our deepest and darkest emotional ghosts. Moreover, this album is a guitar-lover’s dream, often schemed with melodic soloing deep in the mix during the verse, and in effect, sounding like orchestral strings in a supernatural soundtrack echoing inside a damp cave, a deep tunnel, or the nave of some sinister, abandoned, desecrated church. The more nostalgic platform solos are intricate and aesthetically gratifying, and the massive rhythm riffs are often so rich and complex that it feels like knights, rooks, and kings have overtaken a checkerboard. The album was produced by produced, mixed, and mastered by Chris Mora (Upon a Burning Body, Kingdom Collapse, Chimaira) at Warhorse Recordings in San Antonio, Texas. Artwork for the album and singles was created by Federico Bossinga at Abstract Chaos Design (Dark Funeral, Dimmu Borgir, Oceano, Old Man’s Child). Following Omens by Semper Acerbus was released on January 9, 2026 via Eclipse Records.

Listen to Following Omens at this location.

Following Omens track listing
01. Suffering Awaits
02. Unwanted
03. One Day at A Time
04. The Gallows
05. Alluring Vendetta
06. Archangel
07. Wounded
08. Torn Inside
09. District Coward

Semper Acerbus lineup
Nelson Acerbus (vocals), Jaime Vargas (guitar), Joe Dragich (guitar), Sammy Farhat (bass), Tyler Thomas (drums)

For more information about Semper Acerbus and their “Following Omens” metalcore music album, please visit them on Facebook, X/Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, or Eclipse Records and follow them on Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music, Pandora, YouTube Music, Deezer, and Tidal now!

FABIENNE ERNI Announces Solo Album “Starveil”, Out March 13th

Posted by tarjavirmakari on January 14, 2026
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With ‘Starveil’, Fabienne Erni (Eluveitie, ILLUMISHADE) unveils her anticipated debut solo album, a deeply personal and immersive work that marks a defining new chapter in her artistic journey. The record will be released on March 13.

Starveil moves fluidly between modern metal intensity and folk-inspired textures, blending heavy riffs, cinematic arrangements, and organic instrumentation with Fabienne Erni’s distinctive vocal presence. Storytelling lies at the heart of the album, inviting listeners into an atmospheric and emotionally driven world that gradually reveals its own developing lore. Throughout the record, subtle narrative details, symbolic elements, and fragments of an invented fantasy language form a

layered listening experience that unfolds over time.

Best known as the singer of Eluveitie and ILLUMISHADE, Erni has already lent her voice to countless stages and recordings worldwide. With Starveil, she places her most personal artistic vision at the forefront. The album reflects her passion for musical diversity, ranging from powerful metal moments to fragile passages, and unfolds as an evocative journey that draws listeners deep into its emotional landscapes.

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Starveil – Tracklist

  1. Vareon
  2. Sky’s Breath
  3. Ritual (feat Lena Scissorhands)
  4. Stone by Stone
  5. Starveil
  6. Living and the Dead
  7. Shaelun Vyrathi
  8. Forged in Me
  9. Never Let Go
  10. Elren
  11. Thalen Muron
  12. Call Beyond Time
  13. Lullaby Echo

Fabienne Erni is a singer and multi-instrumentalist from Switzerland; best known for her work in Folk Metal sensation Eluveitie, and the founding of the genre-transcending modern metal band ILLUMISHADE. At around 13 years old, Erni first discovered a love for singing, inspired by multi-range artists like Mariah Carey, Celine Dion, Sarah Connor and Whitney Houston. Later on, she began expressing her love for music more deeply through the piano. Her enthusiasm for storytelling and music thrived through musical theatre releases, ballads, Disney Songs and Film soundtracks. But it was the moment she witnessed Elton John’s “Aida” musical as a teenager in Stuttgart, Germany that truly solidified her desire to become a singer.  

Her passion for music continued to thrive into adulthood, and after high school she studied Complete Vocal Technique in Copenhagen; learning not only to refine her vocal technique, but also to connect more deeply with her voice, allowing it to grow stronger and more expressive than  ever before.

With school behind her, Erni took time to travel, journeying through places like India, Nepal, and Thailand. At age 20, she eventually settled in the far north of Sweden to study music for a year in the town of Haparanda. Here, her fascination for both the language and the land energized her; an experience that not only shaped her personally, but also helped her grow immensely in musical confidence. Shortly after, Fabienne was accepted at Zurich’s ZHdK where she obtained her master’s degrees in Pop music. It was during her studies here that she met Jonas Wolf, who recognized that she would be an exciting fit for Eluveitie and successfully connected her to the band. She became part of the group not only as a vocalist, but also took up the harp and deepened  both her vocal expression and her connection to the Gaulish language at the heart of the band’s Celtic spirit.

After a warm welcome to the metal scene, Erni formed ILLUMISHADE in 2019 together with her by then close musical sparring partner Jonas Wolf, as well as Mirjam Skal, Yannick Urbanczik,  and Marc Friedrich – three exceptional musicians and close friends she had met during her  studies. In 2020, ILLUMISHADE released their debut album ‘ECLYPTIC: Wake of Shadows’, a  concept record that resonated across the internet with its inspirational music and brought together  both new and familiar listeners, primarily through its visionary sound, but also through the  immersive world it built around it. Since then, ILLUMISHADE has taken their place in the scene,  signing with Napalm Records, and releasing their second album: Another Side of You. Beyond  that, the band continues to captivate global audiences with regular international tours and festival  appearances across Europe and North America.

As Erni manages her time alongside touring the globe with Eluveitie and ILLUMISHADE, she also hosts her own Patreon channel, connecting with a vibrant community of fans worldwide. It’s no surprise that her dedication and musical instinct have led her to explore additional instruments, including the ukulele and bouzouki, while also expanding her vocal skillset with techniques like screaming. Thanks to her distinctive voice and artistic openness, Fabienne has also been invited to contribute to a wide range of musical collaborations, such as with Feuerschwanz, Mortemia, TVINNA, Lindsay Schoolcraft, The Dark Side of the Moon, Temperance, Seas on the Moon and Off the Cross. Together with multi-instrumentalist and producer Vadim ‘Vidick’ Ojog of Infected  Rain, the two expand their creative synergy in a new studio project called MINDNOVA, following  their earlier work on a variety of beautiful tracks for Vidick’s side project ANOTHERKIND.

Having journeyed through a rich and varied musical landscape throughout her life, lending  her voice to countless powerful moments both on stage and in the studio, Erni now stands  at the threshold of a new chapter. For the first time, her most personal artistic vision will  take center stage as she begins shaping her solo debut. A first series of singles is set to  unfold in 2025, with a full album planned for release in 2026. Rooted deeply in her artistic  vision and fiery heart, the songs reflect a diverse and dynamic creative output, through  which she invites the world to explore her own musical universe alongside her.  

What lies ahead is more than just a collection of songs – it is a reflection of Fabienne Erni’s creative essence.

FABIENNE ERNI – OFFICIAL CHANNELS:

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@fabienne_erni
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fabienneerni/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fabienneerniofficial
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fabienneerni
Merchandise Store: https://fabienneerni.bigcartel.com/
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fabienneerni

BANGALORE CHOIR Release Live Video for ‘Bullet Train’ from New Album

Posted by tarjavirmakari on January 14, 2026
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Bangalore Choir have released their new album, Rapid Fire Succession: On Target Part II on BraveWords Records. The first single, ‘Bullet Train’, recently hit #1 for six weeks on the 97Underground.com radio playlist as well as being in medium rotation on the legendary KNAC FM. Today, Bangalore Choir release a live video for ‘Bullet Train’, that was filmed on their recent European tour with Girlschool and label-mates Alcatrazz.

David Reece took a moment to talk about the response to the new album: “What can I say but thank you! The response from everyone has been incredible and it’s hard to put into words the feeling to be honest. Also I would like to thank media and radio for embracing our record it’s been truly incredible! Lastly I want to mention the tour Bangalore Choir was honored to be a part of with Alcatraz and Girlschool. Many of you know we perform classics from On Target, but this time around we were fortunate to be able to showcase many songs from Rapid Fire Succession: On Target Part II and amazingly seeing and hearing people singing along to ‘Bullet Train’, ‘Driver’s Seat’ and many others was truly inspiring! We can’t thank you all enough for raising the roof! I look forward to seeing and hearing you all again in 2026!”

The album RAPID FIRE SUCCESSION: On Target Part II has landed on a number 2025 year end lists:

#2 – Top 15 Albums of 2025 – Steve O’s Music Madness, Wild Dogs Radio
#2 – Top Albums of 2025 – Metalshop 101 Radio
#5 – Top 35 Albums of 2025 – The Metal Command Show
#6 – Top 15 Albums of 2025 – Tom Elke, Allfather Metal
#8 – Top 20 Albums of 2025 – Brendon Snyder
#8 – Top Albums of 2025 – Samuele Mannini, MelodicRock.it
#10 – Top Albums of 2025 – Yuri Picasso, MelodicRock.it
#10 – Top 10 Albums of 2025 – Breezy Bird, KNAC
#11 – Top 20 Hard Rock & Metal Albums of 2025 – Metal Nights with the Metal Coach
#15 – Best of 2025 Top 30 – The Music Gods
#23 – Top 50 Albums of 2025 – Power Zone
Top Albums of 2025 – MetalTalk

Stream or purchase RAPID FIRE SUCCESSION: On Target Part II: https://smarturl.it/bangalorechoir

Act 1

01 How Does It Feel
02 Driver’s Seat
03 Love And War
04 I Never Meant To
05 I’m Headed For
06 Bullet Train
07 Swimming With The Shark
08 The Light

Act 2

09 Prisoner
10 The Beauty
11 Sail On
12 Trouble With The Truth
13 Still The Same
14 Blinded By Fire In The Sky
15 Rock Of Ages
16 Mending Fences

David Reece: Vocals
Diego Pires: Lead and Rhythm Guitars
Eric Juris: Lead and Rhythm Guitars
Andy Susemihl: Lead, Rhythm Guitars & Backing Vocals
Mario Percudani: Lead, Rhythm Guitars & Backing Vocals
Riccardo Demarosi: Bass and Backing Vocals
Nello Savinelli: Drums

Guest appearances:
Jimmy Waldo: Keyboards
Ferdy Doernberg: Keyboards

Engineered by Riccardo Demorossi
Mixed and Mastered by Thomas Mergler @Tom’s Soundranch

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About DAVID REECE:
American singer David Reece first came to international prominence in the hard rock community joining Accept in 1987, replacing the iconic Udo Dirkschneider. With Accept he released the “Eat The Heat” album in 1989, a record that while somewhat divisive within Accepts more die-hard European fanbase, has no shortage of acclaim in equal measure from the wider hard rock and AOR community. David’s voice was a perfect fit for both the more streamlined American heavy rock direction the band wanted to pursue at the time and the Heavy Metal stylings that are still found in great abundance on the record. Thus, songs like Generation Clash and XTC fast became staples of late 80’s rock radio and fan favorites to the present day.

After departing Accept in 1990 David wasted no time in forming Bangalore Choir, a band that would showcase his immense vocal talents combined with first rate songwriting. Released via Giant Records in 1992, the bands debut album “On Target” has become an album held dear to lovers of melodic heavy rock the world over. Timing being everything, sadly the change of radio programming toward the then emerging Grunge movement halted a very promising young band from making the global impact it very well might have had if the album had arrived some years earlier.

David has gone on since to front many bands such as Bonfire, Wicked Sensation, EZ Livin’ and more recently Iron Allies, but he has always felt there was unfinished business with Bangalore Choir, revisiting the project with the occasional release….which brings us right up to date, the latest Bangalore Choir album … Its title a guarded secret at this stage. Needless to say, if you wanted more of what you loved about “On Target” this one will truly hit the mark.

FIVE FINGER DEATH PUNCH Announce 2026 North American Tour

Posted by tarjavirmakari on January 14, 2026
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One of the world’s biggest hard rock bands, multi-platinum powerhouse Five Finger Death Punch announces the first leg of their 2026-2027 World tour. Produced by Live Nation, the massive 48-city tour kicks off on Monday, July 20th at Freedom Mortgage Pavilion in Camden, NJ, and wraps up in Bristow, VA at Jiffy Lube Live on Friday, October 23rd. Platinum-certified outlaw country musician Cody Jinks will join the tour as special guest and bring along his current album, “In My Blood”. The tour lineup will be rounded out by Eva Under Fire, who has earned critical acclaim, and will release a new album, “Villainous” in 2026.

In addition to celebrating two decades of music, the band is once again using its platform to give back. Long recognized as one of the most charitable bands in rock, Five Finger Death Punch has spent decades giving back to various causes, including U.S. military veterans and first responders and their families. In 2026, the band is expanding that mission with the launch of its campaign to support Team USA and align with the upcoming Olympic and Paralympic Games being held on American soil in Los Angeles in 2028. As part of the tour’s commitment to championing America’s next generation of athletes, a portion of the ticket sales from the 2026 U.S. Tour will be allocated to support high-performance programs for U.S. athletes as they prepare for international competition.

Founding guitarist Zoltan Bathory has selected USA Judo, the National Governing Body for Judo in the U.S., as his beneficiary, while vocalist Ivan Moody will direct his contribution to the USA Cycling BMX Racing & BMX Freestyle teams. “It’s a little-known fact that the United States is one of the only major countries in the world where the government does not fund Olympic and Paralympic athletes or their training programs,” says Bathory. “Our athletes are competing against nations with fully funded teams, while U.S. teams rely almost exclusively on private donations and sponsorships. We believe supporting Team USA is both patriotic and necessary, especially with the Olympic and Paralympic Games coming home in 2028.” Vocalist Ivan Moody added, “these athletes represent the best of who we are. Dedication, sacrifice, discipline. If we can help level the playing field even a little, we’re all in.”

All contributions will go to the National Governing Bodies responsible for training and developing Olympic competitors on both the Judo and USA Cycling BMX Teams. These contributions help fund essential resources for the athletes, covering coaching, travel, equipment, and the rigorous training required to compete on the world stage. With no direct government funding for U.S. Olympic and Paralympic sports, this initiative helps raise both financial support and awareness for the athletes who represent Team USA at the highest level. Five Finger Death Punch continues to stand at the intersection of music, and service, proving once again that success means nothing unless it’s shared.

The 20th Anniversary World Tour will showcase new material from the Five Finger Death Punch’s upcoming tenth studio album alongside the anthems that defined a generation of fans. Additional international tour dates will be announced following the North American leg.

The band’s current albums, “Best Of – Volume 1” and “Best Of – Volume 2”, feature newly re-recorded versions of Five Finger Death Punch’s biggest hits, including the #1 single “I Refuse” feat. Maria Brink (Vol. 1) and #1 single “The End” feat. BABYMETAL (Vol. 2). “The End” reached #1 on the Japanese iTunes Metal Chart and #18 on the Japanese All-Genres Chart, marking a major milestone for an international rock release. In the U.S., the song made history as the first track featuring Japanese lyrics to chart at Rock Radio, ultimately reaching #1. Both albums were created in response to the sale of the band’s original masters, a decision made without their knowledge or opportunity to reclaim them. Stream / buy HERE.

TICKETS: Tickets for the 2026 tour dates will be available starting with Artist and Citi presales beginning Wednesday, January 14. Additional presales will run throughout the week ahead of the general onsale beginning Friday, January 16 at 10am local time at LiveNation.com. For more information and VIP offerings, visit fivefingerdeathpunch.com.

FIVE FINGER DEATH PUNCH 2026 TOUR DATES:
Mon Jul 20 – Camden, NJ – Freedom Mortgage Pavilion
Wed Jul 22 – Bangor, ME – Maine Savings Amphitheater
Thu Jul 23 – Saratoga Springs, NY – Saratoga Performing Arts Center
Sat Jul 25 – Hershey, PA – Hersheypark Stadium
Sun Jul 26 – Syracuse, NY – Empower Federal Credit Union Amphitheater at Lakeview
Tue Jul 28 – Gilford, NH – BankNH Pavilion
Thu Jul 30 – Mansfield, MA – Xfinity Center
Sat Aug 01 – Montreal, QC – Centre Bell
Sun Aug 02 – Toronto, ON – RBC Amphitheatre
Tue Aug 04 – Wantagh, NY – Northwell at Jones Beach Theater
Wed Aug 05 – Holmdel, NJ – PNC Bank Arts Center
Fri Aug 07 – Burgettstown, PA – The Pavilion at Star Lake
Sat Aug 08 – Noblesville, IN – Ruoff Music Center
Mon Aug 10 – Cincinnati, OH – Riverbend Music Center
Tue Aug 11 – Cuyahoga Falls, OH – Blossom Music Center
Thu Aug 13 – Milwaukee, WI – American Family Insurance Amphitheater
Sat Aug 15 – Grand Rapids, MI – Acrisure Amphitheater
Sun Aug 16 – Clarkston, MI – Pine Knob Music Theatre
Tue Aug 18 – Shakopee, MN – Mystic Lake Amphitheater
Wed Aug 19 – Tinley Park, IL – Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre
Fri Aug 21 – Saint Louis, MO – Hollywood Casino Amphitheater
Tue Sep 08 – Morrison, CO – Red Rocks Amphitheatre
Fri Sep 11 – Auburn, WA – White River Amphitheatre
Sat Sep 12 – Ridgefield, WA – Cascades Amphitheater
Mon Sep 14 – Wheatland, CA – Toyota Amphitheatre
Wed Sep 16 – Mountain View, CA – Shoreline Amphitheatre
Fri Sep 18 – Long Beach, CA – Long Beach Amphitheater
Sat Sep 19 – Las Vegas, NV – Michelob ULTRA Arena
Tue Sep 22 – Salt Lake City, UT – Utah First Credit Union Amphitheatre
Thu Sep 24 – Phoenix, AZ – Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre*
Fri Sep 25 – Albuquerque, NM – Isleta Amphitheater*
Sun Sep 27 – Houston, TX – Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion
Mon Sep 28 – Austin, TX – Germania Insurance Amphitheater
Wed Sep 30 – Fort Worth, TX – Dickies Arena
Fri Oct 02 – Rogers, AR – Walmart AMP
Sat Oct 03 – Kansas City, MO – Morton Amphitheater
Mon Oct 05 – Biloxi, MS – Mississippi Coast Coliseum
Wed Oct 07 – Huntsville, AL – Orion Amphitheater
Thu Oct 08 – Franklin, TN – FirstBank Amphitheater
Sat Oct 10 – Tampa, FL – MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre
Sun Oct 11 – West Palm Beach, FL – iTHINK Financial Amphitheatre
Tue Oct 13 – Alpharetta, GA – Ameris Bank Amphitheatre
Wed Oct 14 – Raleigh, NC – Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek
Fri Oct 16 – Charlotte, NC – Truliant Amphitheater
Sat Oct 17 – Virginia Beach, VA – Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater at Virginia Beach
Mon Oct 19 – Greenville, SC – Bon Secours Wellness Arena
Wed Oct 21 – Columbus, OH – Nationwide Arena
Fri Oct 23 – Bristow, VA – Jiffy Lube Live
*Without Cody Jinks

ABOUT FIVE FINGER DEATH PUNCH 
Five Finger Death Punch is a multi-platinum, chart-topping hard rock band from Las Vegas, NV known for their high-energy performances and impactful music (over 15 billion streams globally). The band has held firmly to a top 3 position on the Billboard Hard Rock charts for the last 6 years and amassed a record-setting 13 Billboard Mainstream Rock Airplay #1s in a row, the longest run of leading consecutive entries in the history of Mainstream Rock Airplay. 5FDP has 29 top 10 hit singles and 18 Active Rock #1 singles to their name, and the band has released nine consecutive studio albums since 2007, seven of which were certified Gold or Platinum by the RIAA, as well as two chart-topping Greatest Hits albums. Five Finger Death Punch is known not just for teaming up with established artists like Rob Halford, Rob Zombie, Jamey Jasta, Steve Aoki and Max Cavalera, but also for elevating newcomers by exposing them to their worldwide audience. Founding guitarist Zoltan Bathory in 2023 was added as a playable character in the iconic “Call of Duty” video game series adding another major achievement to the band’s growing legacy. In addition, 5FDP has earned numerous national and international awards and honors, such as the prestigious Soldier Appreciation Award by the Association of the United States Army, an honor bestowed only upon Elvis Presley before. 5FDP has donated over a million dollars from ticket sales, record royalties and streaming revenue to philanthropic causes, and the band has released several videos of some of their biggest hits partnering with leading organizations in the fight against suicide prevention, youth homelessness, cancer, veterans suffering from PTSD and to bring relief to the families of fallen first responders.

The City of Las Vegas, NV recognized 5FDP’s relentless charitable efforts by officially declaring November 1st as “Five Finger Death Punch Day”. In addition, Ivan Moody was awarded the key to The City of Cheyenne, WY honoring the betterment of the city through his philanthropic endeavors. Having become one of the most recognizable names in music, 5FDP frequently plays major festivals and sells out arenas around the world. 5FDP concluded a two-year-long stadium tour across the globe with Metallica at the end of 2024.

ABOUT CODY JINKS:

Cody Jinks has always built his career on his own terms. Growing up near Fort Worth, Texas, Jinks spent his formative musical years as the frontman of a thrash metal band called Unchecked Aggression. Throughout the early 2000s, he toured relentlessly but, ultimately, Jinks found himself drawn back to his Texas roots and the country music he’d grown up hearing. Jinks spent years playing small venues and building a grassroots following where he learned to disrupt the status quo with an industrious, do-it-yourself approach. His breakthrough came with the 2015 album Adobe Sessions (2015), a raw, honest collection of songs that resonated deeply with fans hungry for genuine country music. To date he’s released eleven full-length albums that regularly chart near the top of Billboard Country and Independent albums charts and have staying power, to the tune of 5 billion streams across platforms and eight songs certified Platinum or Gold. In recognition of this hard work, Jinks was named Music Row’s 2023 Independent Artist of the Year—the second time he’s received this honor. Jinks’ new album, In My Blood is out now, HERE.

ABOUT EVA UNDER FIRE 
Growth depends on honesty. When you confront your fears, anxieties, traumas, and past head-on, you gain the strength to step into the future. Eva Under Fire amplify this kind of open-hearted honesty through tightly crafted and transformational hard rock anthems. The Detroit, MI quintet—Amanda “Eva Marie” Lyberg [vocals], Rob Lyberg [lead guitar], Chris Slapnik [rhythm guitar], Ed Gawlik [bass], and Dave Miller II [drums]—have tirelessly grinded out of the Midwest and built a faithful following by delivering raw and relatable truth without filter.

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