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SEPTICFLESH Announce North American Headline Shows Alongside Dates as Special Guests for ARCH ENEMY & THE BLACK DAHLIA MURDER

Posted by tarjavirmakari on October 13, 2026
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Symphonic metal ensemble SEPTICFLESH have announced four North American headline tour dates. Joining ARCH ENEMY and THE BLACK DAHLIA MURDER for the Wrath Across North America 2026 tour as special guests, SEPTICFLESH will perform their headline shows alongside these tour dates. After completing another masterful full orchestral performance at the legendary Plotiv Ancient Roman Amphitheater in Bulgaria this past weekend, Greek titans SEPTICFLESH are ready to take on North America!

On October 29 SEPTICFLESH will perform at the Old Town Theatre, Old Town, Maine, with November 6 seeing the symphonic metal act appear at Skylark, Rock Island, Illinois. On November 17, the band are headed to the McDonald Theatre in Eugene, Oregon, and Ace of Spades in Sacramento, California, on November 18. These newly announced dates will see SEPTICFLESH present their immersive and highly emotive heavy sound in a headline setting. 

SEPTICFLESH are joining CRYPTA and THROWN INTO EXILE as support for ARCH ENEMY and THE BLACK DAHLIA MURDER’s co-headline tour, Wrath Across North America 2026. This upcoming explosion of ferocious heavy music acts kicked off on October 5 at the Municipal Auditorium, Riverside, California. 

Get the tickets here: https://www.septicflesh.com/home/

North America 2026 Tour Dates
10/09 – Denver, CO – Fillmore
10/11 – Dallas, TX – Echo
10/12 – Houston, TX – House of Blues
10/13 – San Antonio, TX – Aztec Theatre
10/15 – Orlando, FL – Beacham
10/16 – Ft. Lauderdale, FL – Revolution
10/18 – Tampa, FL – Jannus
10/20 – Atlanta, GA – Masquerade (Heaven)
10/21 – Charlotte, NC – Fillmore
10/22 – Raleigh, NC – Ritz
10/24 – New York, NY – Palladium Times Square
10/25 – Silver Spring, MD – Fillmore Silver Spring
10/26 – Philadelphia, PA – TLA
10/28 – Worcester, MA – Palladium Worcester
10/29 – Old Town, ME – Old Town Theatre*
10/30 – Quebec City, QC – Videotron Centre Hall
10/31 – Montreal, QC – Olympia
11/01 – Toronto, ON – Danforth
11/03 – Chicago, IL – Concord Music Hall
11/04 – Detroit, MI – Royal Oak Music Theatre
11/05 – Cleveland, OH – Agora
11/06 – Rock Island, IL – Skylark*
11/07 – Minneapolis, MN – Fillmore
11/08 – Winnipeg, MB – Burton Cummings Theatre
11/09 – Saskatoon, SK – Coors Event Centre
11/11 – Calgary, AB – MacEwan Hall
11/12 – Edmonton, AB – Midway
11/14 – Vancouver, BC – The Key
11/16 – Seattle, WA – Showbox
11/17 – Eugene, OR* – McDonald Theatre
11/18 – Sacramento, CA* – Ace of Spades

* SEPTICFLESH headline show

About SEPTICFLESH:

Formed in Greece in the early ’90s by by Spyridon Antoniou a.k.a. Seth Siro Anton (vocals/bass), Christos Antoniou (guitar), and Sotirios Vagenas a.k.a. Sotiris Anunnaki V. (guitar/ clean vocals), SEPTICFLESH unveiled their first EP Temple of The Lost Race in 1991. The band’s first full length Mystic Places of Dawn arrived in 1994 with EΣΟΠΤΡΟΝ in 1995. The band’s sound shifted into symphonic realms as soprano vocalist Natalie Rassoulis was introduced with Ophidian Wheel in 1997. 

SEPTICFLESH continued in this sonic direction revealed in subsequent albums, A Fallen Temple (1998), Revolution DNA (1999) and Sumerian Daemons (2003), the latter two albums produced by Fredrik Nordström. SEPTICFLESH disbanded shortly after as members chose to pursue their own personal projects.

In 2008, the band returned in full force with Communion, once again led by Fredrik Nordström. The symphonic composition by Christos Antoniou, and collaboration with the Filmharmonic Orchestra of Prague, became a permanent component of SEPTICFLESH’s sound. The years that followed saw The Great Mass (2011) with Peter Tägtgren as producer, Titan (2014) with Logan Mader as producer and Codex Omega (2017) with Jens Bogren as producer. In 2020, the recording of the epic and fully orchestrated Live in Mexico entitled Infernus Sinfonica MMXIX, was released on CD/LP/DVD/Blu-Ray.

SEPTICFLESH signed with Nuclear Blast Records for their 2022 full length offering, Modern Primitive, with returning producer Jens Bogren. Continuing their collaboration with the Filmharmonic Orchestra of Prague, SEPTICFLESH recruited a full adult choir, a full children choir and a variety of ethnic instruments on Modern Primitive. The result is a sound that combines emotional, symphonic/soundtrack music with aggressive death metal.

Connect With SEPTICFLESH:
Website: https://www.septicflesh.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/septicflesh_band/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/septicfleshband
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Septicflesh_Tv/

NARCOTIC WASTELAND Unleash New Video ‘Fentanyl Zombie Apocalypse’ + Announce EU Tour w/ I AM MORBID, ATHEIST, CANCER + USA Tour w/ FILTH, KILLCROWN

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Narcotic Wasteland, fronted by guitarist/vocalist Dallas Toler-Wade of Nile fame, has unleashed its hard-hitting new music video for the band’s latest single, “Fentanyl Zombie Apocalypse.” The video arrives as the band crosses the Atlantic this November to support I AM MORBID alongside ATHEIST and Cancer on a European tour (dates listed below). As the band brings its explosive live show overseas, the new video shines a spotlight on one of the most devastating public health crises facing communities today: the fentanyl epidemic.
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Blending aggressive musicianship with a powerful social message, “Fentanyl Zombie Apocalypse” tackles the growing fentanyl crisis, often referred to by media outlets as the “zombie drug” due to its catastrophic effects on users and communities. The accompanying music video delivers a gritty visual experience that balances dark subject matter with moments of tongue-in-cheek horror, ensuring the focus remains on the song’s urgent message.
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​Dallas Toler-Wade comments on the video:
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​“This song is about the growing fentanyl epidemic, now deemed by the media the ‘Zombie Drug.’ We wanted to give the video a gritty look while keeping it somewhat light-hearted. The important thing is the message. To spread awareness and educate people about this horrible drug that is ruining people’s lives and killing them very quickly.”​
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The single itself remains one of Narcotic Wasteland‘s most urgent and compelling works, a blistering blend of technical precision, crushing intensity, and social commentary. Addressing addiction, societal decay, and the devastating impact of fentanyl, the track serves as both a warning and a call for awareness.

Dallas previously commented on the release of the single:
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​“I am very excited to release our new song, Fentanyl Zombie Apocalypse! The song is, of course, about the fentanyl epidemic and the overall impact it has on an already failing country. Musically, it really captures the mood of this very well. Fast and tricky, yet twisted and catchy! Kenji really brought some great bass and keys to the table. And Austin needs a drum set that won’t collapse under pressure! I am super proud of the work we have done together, and I cannot wait to show the world what we have been working on behind the scenes.”​
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​Narcotic Wasteland continues to evolve into one of extreme metal’s most formidable forces. The lineup features Dallas Toler-Wade, former Nile guitarist, vocalist, and key songwriter, whose contributions have helped define technical death metal for decades. Alongside him are drummer Austin Vicars, known for his relentless power and precision, and bassist Kenji Tsunami, whose dynamic playing adds depth, texture, and ferocity to the band’s sonic assault.
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Together, they deliver a live experience that is both punishing and surgically precise, earning praise from fans of technical and extreme metal worldwide. Their music confronts addiction, corruption, and societal collapse with unflinching honesty, propelled by musicianship that continually pushes the boundaries of the genre.
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Recommended for fans of Nile, Suffocation, Dying Fetus, Incantation, Cannibal Corpse, Dark Funeral, Immolation, and Gorguts, watch the new music video and listen to “Fentanyl Zombie Apocalypse”.

Spotify – https://orcd.co/fentanylzombieapocalypse

Tour Dates: IAM MORBID, ATHEIST, CANCER, NARCOTIC WASTELAND​
Nov. 21 – Drachten, Netherlands – Iduna
Nov. 22 – Dordrecht, Netherlands – Bibelot
Nov. 23 – Kortrijk, Belgium – DVG
Nov. 24 – Berlin, Germany – Music Brewery
Nov. 25 – Copenhagen, Denmark – Pumpehuset
Nov. 28 – Kosice, Slovakia – Colosseum
Nov. 29 – Ostrava, Czech Republic – Barrak
Dec. 1 – Zurich, Switzerland – Dynamo
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​EU Shows – Narcotic Wasteland​
Dec. 2 – Belvaux, Luxembourg – MK Bar
Dec. 3 – Paris, France – Sanit Mils
Dec. 8 – Bridgwater, Somerset, UK

USA Dates: Narcotic Wasteland w/ FILTH, Killcrown
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Dec. 11 – Portage, IN – Shenanigans Live
Dec. 12 – Battle Creek, MI – Dark Christmas
Dec. 14 – Milwaukee, WI – X-Ray Arcade
Dec. 15 – Louisville, KY – Mag Bar
Dec. 16 – Greenville, SC – Radio Room
Dec. 18 – Dayton, OH – Gem
Dec. 19 – Akron, OH – Afterlife
Dec. 20 – Albany, NY – Empire Underground

More info: https://linktr.ee/narcoticwasteland

VICTORIA K Unveil New Single ‘Incubus’

Posted by tarjavirmakari on October 13, 2026
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Australian gothic/modern metal act VICTORIA K unveil their new single “Incubus”, taken from their forthcoming third studio album “The Pleasure of Sorrow”. The release comes ahead of a busy October for the Melbourne-based band, who supported Katatonia on October 10th and Paradise Lost on their upcoming Australian dates.

Following the previously released “Oh So Weary” and “Take It All”, the new single offers a further insight into the band’s evolving sound, bringing together the atmospheric depth of gothic metal, modern heaviness and a more adventurous approach to songwriting. With influences ranging from Spiritbox to Evanescence and Lacuna Coil, VICTORIA K continues to explore the space between melody, intensity and electronic experimentation.

“Incubus” explores the difficulty of letting go of relationships that have lost their meaning, and the emotional conflict between holding on to familiar memories and accepting the need to move forward. Written during a challenging period in Victoria Knight’s life, the song now reflects personal growth and acceptance.

That emotional contrast carries through to the music. Ethereal passages and atmospheric textures give way to heavier, more energetic sections while a brief, impressionistic piano interlude adds to the track’s dreamlike quality. Rather than following a conventional structure, “Incubus” moves naturally between moments of introspection and intensity, allowing the arrangement to develop alongside the emotions behind the lyrics.

Listen to “Incubus” here: https://lnk.to/tpChbx

The release also comes at a significant time for frontwoman Victoria Knight, who recently appeared on Season 15 of The Voice Australia, bringing her distinctive vocal style to a wider national audience.

These developments form part of an important new chapter for VICTORIA K. Their forthcoming album, “The Pleasure of Sorrow,” expands on the gothic and progressive metal foundations of their previous work, incorporating elements of modern metalcore, hardcore and electronic music. Produced by Lee Bradshaw with mixing and mastering by Lance Prenc, the record reflects a more personal and exploratory direction for the band, both musically and lyrically.

VICTORIA K will also return to the stage this October for a series of Australian shows alongside two established names in international metal. On October 10th, the band will open for Swedish progressive metal act Katatonia at Melbourne’s Northcote Theatre, before joining British gothic metal pioneers Paradise Lost as special guests for three dates in Brisbane, Sydney and Melbourne.

UPCOMING LIVE SHOWS – OCTOBER 2026

Supporting PARADISE LOST

October 18 – The Triffid, Brisbane, QLD
October 19 – Factory Theatre, Sydney, NSW
October 20 – Max Watt’s, Melbourne, VIC

VICTORIA K lineup:​
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​Victoria Knight: Vocals
​Charlie Curnow: Extreme Vocals
​James Davies: Drums
​Ethan Collusi: Bass

More info:
​https://rockshots.eu/​
​https://www.instagram.com/victoria_k_official/​
​https://www.facebook.com/victoriakofficial/

SYMETRIA Celebrate 10 Years with New EP “All or Nothing”, Out Now

Posted by tarjavirmakari on October 13, 2026
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Hard rock/metal band SYMETRIA are turning the page on their next chapter with the release of their new EP, All or Nothing, out now via Curtain Call Records. The three-song release features the previously released singles “The Game” and “XIII,” along with the EP’s title track, “All or Nothing.”

“The Game is really about the two games of life,” explains the band. “The finite game is one you can play to win, and then it’s over. The infinite game is different. It’s played so that existence can continue and future generations have a game left to play. If not enough people are participating in that infinite game, everything eventually falls apart, and there are no games left to play at all.”

Following the overwhelmingly positive response to “The Game,” Symetria continued building momentum with the release of “XIII,” giving fans another glimpse into the band’s evolving sound and setting the stage for the complete All or Nothing EP.

“XIII” (Thirteen) finds Symetria pushing their sound forward while maintaining the raw energy and musicianship that have defined the band throughout their journey. The track weaves together intricate melodies, driving rhythms, powerful instrumentation, and an engaging lyrical presentation, delivering a dynamic hard rock/metal experience built for both the headphones and the live stage.

“‘XIII’ isn’t just a song, it’s a celebration, a gift, a tribute if you will to all the bands and artists who paved the way for heavy music from the beginning.  We, as a band, don’t do covers.  We write music.  When the idea of paying tribute or homage to our predecessors came along it was never about who’s song to cover, or what band to tribute.  That’s not our style.  We’re artists.  We create.  So we decided to pay tribute to those who we look up to, thank them for what they did, who they are, the risks they took, and the music they created that inspired us and so many others to start out on this journey in music for ourselves by writing a song about it.  Honestly, what better way is there to truly pay tribute to a legend than to write a song about them, about the music, and maybe a little bit about what it meant to us. A song that will live forever in tribute to them just as the music they created will,” shares the band.

“’All or Nothing’ is a revolution song. From there make of it what you will. Take a look around yourself at the world right now, we are literally standing in the shadow of the next ‘All or Nothing’ moment in history, and it’s gaining on us fast. It seems like every-time you turn around anymore the world is changing the rules on you, changing the terms of the dream, changing the cost of freedom and what it actually means.” 

There will be a full production video for “All or Nothing” coming later this year. 

Recorded at SoundMine Studio in East Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania, All or Nothing was produced and mixed by acclaimed producer Dan Malsch, whose production brings added depth, power, dynamics, and expansive sonic character to Symetria’s latest material. The result is a release that captures the band’s hard-hitting approach while showcasing their continued growth as songwriters and performers.

The release marks a significant milestone for Symetria, who are celebrating 10 years of creating music, performing live, and evolving their sound. A decade into their journey, the band is showing no signs of slowing down. Instead, Symetria are expanding their reach with an increasingly ambitious live schedule and setting their sights on bringing their music to audiences well beyond their home region.

The band will make their second consecutive appearance at B’N’R Fest on Saturday, November 7, in Birdsboro, Pennsylvania. The Reading-area music festival brings together some of the longest-running and most respected local and regional acts from across the Eastern Pennsylvania music scene, making the return appearance another milestone in Symetria’s ongoing live journey.

With All or Nothing now available, Symetria are also looking toward their next major step: their first full touring campaign. The band currently has plans in the works to hit the road, with a late summer or fall 2027 tour being targeted.

Ten years in, Symetria are embracing the title of their latest release All or Nothing as they enter a new era defined by new music, bigger stages, and an ambition to take their sound further than ever before.

All or Nothing is out now via Curtain Call Records: https://orcd.co/mm1ma3q

Tracklisting:
1.The Game
2. XIII
3. All or Nothing

Upcoming Shows:
Sat. November 7th @ B’N’R’ Fest in Birdsboro, PA
Sat. November 21st @ Alder Brewing in Reading, PA
Sat. December 12th@ Goodfella’s in Pottsville, PA

For More Information Please Visit: Official Website – Instagram – Facebook – TikTok – YouTube

Iconic Hawkwind Vocalist BRIDGET WISHART Returns with Highly Anticipated Solo Debut Album “Ekolu”, Out October 31st

Posted by tarjavirmakari on October 13, 2026
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Out October 31, 2026, via Savant Guarde Records , the British space-rock pioneer opens a new chapter in her remarkable musical journey, blending psychedelic soundscapes, cosmic atmospheres and progressive influences. Wanikiya Record/Promotion joins the project as international press office.

Some voices do more than define a band: they become an integral part of an entire musical universe. Bridget Wishart, the legendary vocalist of Hawkwind and the only woman to have served as the iconic British space-rock band’s lead singer, is ready to write a new chapter in her artistic history with EKOLU, her first solo album, arriving on October 31, 2026, via Savant Guarde Records, with Wanikiya Record/Promotion collaborating on the project as its international press office.

A significant release for fans of space rock, psychedelic rock and progressive music, Ekolu reunites listeners with one of the most distinctive voices associated with the British space-rock scene, presenting an artistic vision that connects the legacy of the past with a forward-looking musical approach.

A COSMIC JOURNEY BETWEEN PAST AND FUTURE

Spanning nine tracks, Ekolu weaves together space rock, psychedelia and progressive influences, creating an evocative sonic journey filled with atmospheric textures, visionary imagery and otherworldly musical landscapes.

The album brings together Bridget Wishart’s unmistakable vocals, lyrics and EWI (Electronic Wind Instrument), the creative vision of Finnish musician and composer Santtu Laakso, mastermind behind the Astral Magic project, and the guitar work of Steve Bemand, who has toured with Hawkwind. His distinctive guitar solos add further depth, character and intensity to the album.

Emerging from a collaborative project, with Wishart and Laakso building on their previous work together on Ad Infinitum, Ekolu represents a meeting of different artistic sensibilities united by a shared passion for cosmic sounds and the expressive freedom of psychedelic music.

The result is an album that embraces its musical heritage without being confined by it. Drawing on the unmistakable spirit of classic Hawkwind while exploring new sonic and compositional possibilities, Ekolu stands as a fresh and compelling statement from an artist whose creative journey continues to evolve.

BRIDGET WISHART: A VOICE THAT HELPED SHAPE SPACE ROCK HISTORY

Bridget Wishart’s artistic journey began in the British underground scene of the late 1970s and 1980s, amid DIY bands, alternative music and festival culture. After early experiences with groups such as The Demented Stoats and the Hippy Slags, she joined Hawkwind in 1989, remaining with the band until 1991.

Her presence brought a distinctive theatrical dimension to the band’s live performances, incorporating costumes, mime, performance art and a powerful visual identity. Her vocals and artistic contributions became part of an important chapter in Hawkwind’s history, associated with landmark releases including Space Bandits (1990) and Palace Springs (1991).

With a background in fine art and sculpture, Wishart has continued to explore diverse musical territories, collaborating with Don Falcone’s space-rock collective Spirits Burning, the Astral Hawk Machine project and numerous artists working across psychedelic and experimental music.

For the past eighteen years, she has also maintained a longstanding creative partnership with psych-folk outfit Chumley Warner Brothers, further demonstrating her versatility across music, performance and artistic experimentation.

Following a particularly prolific period marked by several collaborations and releases throughout 2025 and 2026, Ekolu represents a major new milestone: the solo debut of an artist whose career spans approximately forty-five years.

AN ARTISTIC UNIVERSE THAT CELEBRATES A SPACE-ROCK PIONEER

The visual identity of Ekolu plays an essential role in expressing Bridget Wishart’s personality, imagination and artistic legacy.

The visual concepts were developed by Daniel Rozell in collaboration with Wishart herself, while the painted artwork was created by Alan Arthurs, an artist with a long-standing connection to Hawkwind, having served as a stage director for the band during the 1980s and 1990s, as well as working extensively in album-cover art and conceptual design.

The artwork transports viewers into an enigmatic world of alien landscapes, Egyptian-inspired statues, mysterious figures and unsettling encounters. At the centre of this visual narrative stands a figure bearing an eerie resemblance to Bridget herself, creating a tribute to science-fiction imagery, psychedelic culture and the history of space rock.

The artwork echoes the album’s cinematic atmosphere, transforming Ekolu into an artistic experience that brings together sound, imagination and memory.

The album was mastered by Paul Cobbold.

“EKOLU”: A NEW BEGINNING FOR A TIMELESS VOICE

For those who first discovered Bridget Wishart through Hawkwind’s Space Bandits, Ekolu offers an opportunity to reconnect with a voice deeply embedded in the history of British space rock and discover how her artistic vision has continued to develop.

For a new generation of listeners, the album is an invitation to explore the work of a musician who continues to move freely between psychedelia, experimentation and progressive music.

Rather than simply revisiting the past, Ekolu celebrates a pioneering artist while reaffirming her place in the contemporary musical landscape.

“Ekolu” will be released on October 31, 2026, via Savant Guarde Records, initially available as a premium jewel-case CD. A highly anticipated limited vinyl edition is scheduled to follow.

The singles One by One and the latest release No Shadow offer an early glimpse into the album’s distinctive sonic universe.

RELEASE DETAILS

Artist: Bridget Wishart
Album: Ekolu
Release date: October 31, 2026
Label: Savant Guarde Records
International press office: Wanikiya Record/Promotion, in collaboration with Savant Guarde Records
Mastering: Paul Cobbold
Artwork: Alan Arthurs, based on visual concepts by Daniel Rozell and Bridget Wishart

SAVANT GUARDE RECORD: https://www.savantguarderecords.com/
Savant Guarde Record Bandcamp: https://savantguarderecordsusa.bandcamp.com/

NOISE IN MYSELF’s New Single ‘Diary of Enoch’ Out Now

Posted by tarjavirmakari on October 13, 2026
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Photo source: https://www.facebook.com/noiseinmyselfofficial

“Diary of Enoch”, the brand-new single from Italian-Swiss band Noise in Myself (NIM), is officially out now via Wanikiya Record/Promotion.

A journey through ancient mysteries, cosmic visions and progressive metal, inspired by the enigmatic Book of Enoch and the patriarch’s legendary journey beyond the boundaries of the human world.

With “Diary of Enoch,” Noise in Myself open a new chapter in their artistic journey, exploring themes of knowledge, spirituality, ancient mysteries and humanity’s eternal search for answers.

Their distinctive Alternative Progressive Metal sound combines intricate guitar riffs, dark atmospheres, progressive dynamics and melodic vocals, drawing influences from Tool, Leprous, Soen, Anathema and Porcupine Tree.

“Diary of Enoch” is also the first chapter of the band’s upcoming musical journey, which will delve deeper into ancient mysteries, lost knowledge and the unanswered questions surrounding human existence.

A new era. An ancient mystery. A journey beyond the boundaries of the human experience.

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