NOVERIA Release New Video for ‘Convicted To Rise’

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Noveria has released a video for “Convicted To Rise”, first single taken from the new album “Becoming After” to be released on August 21 by Scarlet Records. 

A powerful anthem about rebirth, self discovery, and the relentless fight against inner darkness. Driven by soaring melodies, crushing riffs, and an uplifting cinematic atmosphere, the song follows the journey of someone learning to break free from fear, self doubt, and emotional numbness in search of their true self.

video by Simone Serafini

“Becoming After”:

  • Fifth record for the forward-thinking Italian progressive power metal band;
  • produced, mixed and mastered by Francesco Mattei at Underworld Studio;
  • featuring legendary pianist and composer Mike Moran (Freddie Mercury, Ozzy Osbourne) on “Through Your Light”;
  • featuring Mistheria (Bruce Dickinson, Vivaldi Metal Project) on keyboards on “Cold Flames”;
  • full real string arrangements/performances by violinist Abigail Stahlschmidt (Jim Peterik, Chris Caffery) and cellist Luca Basile;
  • cover & artwork by Paolo Conte and Bianca Gambrioli;
  • Noveria will perform at ProgPower USA 2026;
  • FFO: Dream Theater, Symphony X, Kamelot, Nevermore, Evergrey;

“Becoming After” tracklist:
1 The Only Way
2 Convicted To Rise
3 Echoes From The Abyss
4 Cold Flames
5 The Viper’s Nest
6 Infinite Horizons
7 Through Your Light
8 Heavenfall
9 Radiance
10 Becoming After
Total running time – 53:39

artwork by Paolo Conte and Bianca Gambrioli

Built upon Noveria’s unmistakable blend of prog power metal, modern heaviness, grandiose atmospheres, and breathtaking musicianship, “Becoming After” pushes the band into unexplored territory – darker, deeper, yet more alive than ever.

Massive choruses collide with crushing riffs, epic soundscapes meet technical intensity, while passionate vulnerability stands proudly beside pure aggression.

Every riff, every orchestration, every scream and melody carries the weight of real battles lived through the fire and survived with scars turned into strength.

With this new record, and a deeply renewed line-up, Noveria return heavier, more cinematic and emotional, and definitely fearless!

Noveria:
Francesco Marino – vocals
Francesco Mattei – guitar
Paolo Campitelli – keyboards
Andrea Arcangeli – bass
Paolo Conte – drums

REVOLTONS’ New Album “Seventh Act of a Death Foretold” Out Now

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Revoltons release their seventh studio album: Seventh Act of a Death Foretold, available since June 27, 2026 via Elevate Records on CD Digipack and across all major digital platforms.

Pordenone, Northeast Italy.

A band with over twenty years of history behind it, and the same hunger as ever. Seventh Act of a Death Foretold is the most ambitious chapter for Revoltons: thirteen tracks spanning themes of inner struggle, liberation, and rebirth, built around Alex Corona’s songwriting and Victor’s voice, and backed by a lineup that has never stopped growing.

The album was recorded, mixed, and mastered by Ivan Moni Bidin at Artesonika Studios between July and December 2025, and features a notable cast of guests: the voices of Laura De Luca and Yan Fedyaev, Davide Spessotto on sax, and guitar solos from Stefano Mancini, Eugene Simone, and Raffaello Indri. The powerful, visceral cover artwork is the work of drummer Elvis Ortolan himself.

Buy and stream the album: https://li.sten.to/revoltonseventh

The album is preceded by the single “Loop Guardians,” released on June 6 with an official video, and by the new video for “Black Mantis,” available today.

Tracklist:

  1. Loop Guardians / 2. Traitorous Angel / 3. Martyrs of Infinity / 4. Into the Hands of Narcissus / 5. Black Mantis / 6. The Secret Hate / 7. Spectral / 8. The Benjamin of Death / 9. Condemned / 10. The Long Goodbye / 11. The Great Ancients / 12. Mind Worm / 13. Seventh Act of a Death Foretold

Line-up:
Victor – Voice | Alex Corona – Guitars | Carlo Venuti – Guitars | Alessandro Carli – Bass | Elvis Ortolan – Drums

NEOREMA Return with New Album “rumorEsilenzio” & Enter Wanikiya Record Roster

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2026 marks the return of one of the most genuine and emotionally compelling acts in the Italian alternative rock scene.

Wanikiya Record/Promotion is proud to announce the official addition of Neorema to its artist roster, alongside the release of their long-awaited new album, “rumorEsilenzio”—a record that marks the band’s return after more than a decade away from the recording scene.

Neorema was formed in 2006 by Luca Toni (vocals and guitar) and Piernicola Arena (keyboards and vocals), two musicians united by the desire to develop a deeply personal artistic vision, blending the energy of alternative rock with meaningful, emotionally charged lyrics written in Italian.

Completing the lineup are Alessio Marchetti on lead guitar, together with the powerful rhythm section of Cristiano Agnani on bass and Nicholas Bernardeschi on drums.

Since the very beginning, Neorema has stood out for its distinctive musical identity: an intense and visceral alternative rock/wave sound capable of balancing tension and melody, anger and reflection, light and darkness. Their music is rooted in introspection and emotional exploration, creating dense, melancholic atmospheres often permeated by a subtle existential unease.

In 2009, the band independently recorded and released its debut album, “Solo Un Altro Colpo Al Cuore”, which received positive reviews and allowed Neorema to establish itself through numerous live performances.

Then came the silence.

In 2011, the band decided to put its activity on hold. It was a long but necessary break, shaped by personal changes, reflection, and the healing of old wounds.

But some stories never truly end.

After more than ten years away, Neorema returns with renewed artistic maturity and a stronger human perspective. The result is “rumorEsilenzio”, an album born from nearly five years of writing, sonic experimentation, and personal growth.

More than a comeback, “rumorEsilenzio” is a rebirth.

The title itself captures the essence of the record: the constant contrast between what screams within us and what remains unspoken, between the chaos of the outside world and the inner dialogue that accompanies every individual throughout life’s journey.

The new songs preserve the unmistakable soul of Neorema while embracing new shades and perspectives, proving that the band can look back at its past without becoming trapped by it. The result is a mature, profound, and deeply authentic album, where every note reflects the passing of time and the determination to transform it into art.

Joining the Wanikiya Record/Promotion roster marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter for the band, which is preparing to bring its music back to audiences through promotional campaigns, interviews, reviews, collaborations with specialized media, and new live performances.

With “rumorEsilenzio”, Neorema proves that time may keep artists away from the stage, but it can never extinguish the need to express themselves through music.

Sometimes silence is not the end.

It is simply the moment before the return.

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ORPHEUS OMEGA Unveil New Music Video for ‘Marionette’

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Australian melodic death metal stalwarts Orpheus Omega have officially released the music video for “Marionette,” a track from their critically acclaimed latest album, Emberglow, out now via Wormholedeath Records.

Blending crushing riffs, soaring melodies, and the band’s trademark emotional intensity, “Marionette” serves as a fitting final statement for the Emberglow era while simultaneously marking the beginning of a new chapter for one of Australia’s most enduring metal acts.

Speaking about the video, the band states:

“‘MARIONETTE’ was filmed at OO HQ whom we say goodbye to after 15 years of rehearsals and 5 albums of writing, signaling the end of the Emberglow album cycle and the move to the NEXT phase of Orpheus Omega.

It’s with this that we also give our BIGGEST thank you and appreciation to Luke for his time in the band as he steps away from Orpheus Omega. Luke’s enigmatic presence and personality have imprinted on everyone he met during many tours and won’t go forgotten anytime soon.

So please, send him ALL your love when watching this video, his last standing contribution within the band.“

With a career spanning four acclaimed albums, three EPs, and continuous tour cycles both domestically and abroad, Orpheus Omega has built a reputation as one of the hardest-working acts in the Australian metal scene. The band started with a sound rooted in the Gothenburg melodeath tradition and has since developed into a distinct voice, shaped by each member’s individual background and experience. That evolution has put them on the same stages as Insomnium, Trivium, At The Gates, Fleshgod Apocalypse, Lacuna Coil, and many others. Emberglow, released in 2024 through Wormholedeath Records, is their most ambitious record to date.

Stream / Purchase Emberglow:
Stream: https://orcd.co/emberglow
CD: https://tinyurl.com/EmberglowCD

Orpheus Omega is:
Chris Themelco – Vocals/ Lead Guitar
Leon Monaco – Bass/ Backing Vocals
Matt Themelco – Drums
Luke Ashley – Guitar
Campbell Hill – Keyboard

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BAD WOLVES Return with New Single & Music Video ‘Paint It Red’ Introducing New Vocalist KILLBOY (Sara Skinner)

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Multi-platinum and chart-topping hard rock outfit BAD WOLVES return with their new single and music video “Paint It Red,” out now via Better Noise Music. It serves as the band’s first release of 2026 and as the introduction to KILLBOY (Sara Skinner), who makes her fiery debut as the band’s new vocalist with the track.

Here, Bad Wolves begin to explore a broader sonic palette, unlocking subtleties in their sound that feel both fresh and fully realized.

The June 29 release date is no accident. The Strawberry Moon — the full moon that rises in late June — is steeped in mythology and primal energy, perfect for a new release from a band whose identity has always been intertwined with the power and imagery of wolves.

Listen to “Paint It Red’ here.

Regarding the onset of this chapter, BAD WOLVES founder, drummer, and songwriter John Boecklin commented, “When we started looking for the next voice of BAD WOLVES, we weren’t looking for someone to fill a spot; we were looking for someone who could help push this band into its next chapter. The first time I heard Sara sing, I knew she was different. She has an incredible voice, undeniable presence, and the kind of versatility that allows us to take our songwriting to places we’ve never gone before. Beyond the talent, she’s brought a renewed energy and excitement into this band. Sara isn’t here to recreate the past, she’s here to help us build the future. We couldn’t be more excited to welcome her to the Bad Wolves family and for everyone to hear what we’ve been working on together.”

There’s no better way to start this chapter than “Paint It Red.” Propelled by pummeling drums and a head-nodding groove, the track fuses KILLBOY’s dynamic delivery to an airtight polyrhythmic riff. Once again, the track illustrates the group’s uncanny ability to marry skyscraper-size melodies and intricately crushing instrumentation. Baptized in crimson, the chorus culminates on an ominous, yet entrancing chant, “And watch the blood flow down like a river from my mouth…’Cause they won’t miss you when you’re dead, so paint it red.”

Regarding the song, KILLBOY states, “‘Paint It Red’ is about being unafraid to tear everything down and start over — again and again if that’s what it takes. With blood, sweat, and tears, every single time. To live authentically and follow your heart, you have to be willing to rebuild when something no longer serves who you are. You can’t be afraid of change, failure, or starting from scratch. Sometimes growth means letting go of what you’ve built so you can create something even better. ‘Paint It Red’ is about having the courage to burn away what’s holding you back and the strength to begin again.”

Boecklin elaborated, “‘Paint It Red’ is a metaphor for those moments in life when being polite, diplomatic, or even democratic, no longer works. Not all the time. Not often. But there comes a point when enough is enough. There are moments when it’s time to stop asking for permission and start making decisions for yourself. To do what you want to do, regardless of the consequences. Even if it’s the wrong decision, at least it’s yours. Then you live with it. Burn it down. Tear it apart. Cause some chaos if that’s what needs to happen. There’s something freeing about reaching that point — when you know it’s time to sound the alarm and let everyone know to back the fuck off. ‘Paint It Red’ is about taking control, owning your choices, and refusing to let anyone else dictate your path.”

Indeed, art is imitating life on “Paint It Red.”

Stay tuned for a whole lot more from Bad Wolves soon. This only the beginning of their next chapter.

Read the exclusive interview at Revolver here. 

BAD WOLVES ARE:
Derek Bolman — Bass
AJ Rebollo — Guitar
Sara “Killboy” Skinner — Vocals 
John Boecklin — Drums

THE L.I.F.E. PROJECT Unveil New Single ‘You Can’t Bring Me Down’ (Suicidal Tendencies Cover)

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The L.I.F.E. Project – the dynamic collaboration between guitarist and songwriter Josh Rand (Stone Sour) and powerhouse vocalist Casandra Carson (Paralandra, Casandra’s Crossing) – are thrilled to unveil the new single, “You Can’t Bring Me Down”, out now via Frontiers Music Srl, along with an official visualizer. The track was originally released by Suicidal Tendencies in 1990 and recorded in a new powerful version by Rand and Carson.

Josh Rand commented: “I can’t think of a better way to kick things back off after some downtime than with this track. Suicidal Tendencies’ Lights…Camera…Revolution! is one of my top five all-time favorite records. The lyrics to this track are just as relevant today as they were the day it was released, making it timeless. I hope you enjoy it as much as we did recording it. Turn it up!!”

Casandra Carson also stated: “This felt like the perfect song for Josh and me to cover for a lot of reasons. First off, it’s an absolute headbanger, and that’s reason enough, but beyond that, I resonate deeply with the lyrics and the message. It’s all about refusing to conform or compromise your beliefs and standards just to fit in with the crowd, and songs like that have always lit a fire in me”.

“I’ve been in the music industry for over a decade now, and I’ve been criticized, doubted, and told ‘no’ more times than I can count, but I’ve never let that stop me from doing what I love or doing it my way, ‘regardless what the cost might be’. That mindset is exactly why this song still resonates so strongly today, and why it felt like the right one for us to put our own spin on”, she added.

Stream “You Can’t Bring Me Down” HERE

Born from a shared musical vision and an undeniable creative chemistry, The L.I.F.E. Project represents a fresh and compelling artistic union. While Rand had long envisioned launching a female-fronted project, it wasn’t until 2020 – when a mutual connection introduced him to Carson – that the idea truly began to take shape. What started as an exploratory collaboration quickly evolved into something far more meaningful, laying the groundwork for a project driven by purpose and artistic synergy.

Musically, The L.I.F.E. Project fuses Rand’s signature heavy riffs and affinity for strong melodic hooks with Carson’s commanding and versatile vocal delivery. Drawing inspiration from classic metal, thrash, and progressive influences, the project channels the raw energy and spirit that first inspired Rand to pick up the guitar, while offering Carson the opportunity to explore new sonic and emotional territories.

Over time, the band has crafted a distinct sound that balances intensity with accessibility, underpinned by a natural creative partnership. Their material reflects a thoughtful and organic development process, allowing ideas to evolve freely and cohesively.

Lyrically, The L.I.F.E. Project sets itself apart by venturing beyond traditional rock themes, embracing broader narratives and concepts. Their songs often draw from history, social issues, and real-world tensions, exploring themes such as empowerment, resistance, and societal challenges. This approach adds depth and substance to their music, complementing its powerful sonic foundation.

Line Up:
Casandra Carson – Vocals 
Josh Rand – Guitar 

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