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DIRKSCHNEIDER & THE OLD GANG Broadcast Metal ‘Propaganda’ in New Video

Posted by tarjavirmakari on January 6, 2026

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On time with their monthly rendezvous with fans since the first single release, here comes another video from „Babylon“: DIRKSCHNEIDER & THE OLD GANG have unveiled the new visual for ‘Propaganda’, one of the most high-energy tracks from their latest album, released on October 3rd, 2025 through Reigning Phoenix Music (RPM). While the song has already made its mark on the album, the video now adds the visual dimension to its uncompromising power.

‘Propaganda’ is a rousing song in typical double bass drum style that barely gives you time to breathe. After an aggressive guitar intro and a sublime guitar riff, the highlights follow in rapid succession: Udo Dirkschneider and Peter Baltes shine with their polyphonic choir type vocals which alternate with two-part guitar licks, while the chorus screams the entire media-critical message of the lyrics out into the world.

Manuela “Ella” Bibert supports all this with her solo vocal interludes as well as with a harsh and intensely played Hammond organ. As if that weren’t enough, a guitar solo follows a hymn-type vocal part, which culminates in a harmony battle with the organ.The seventies and eighties send their regards!

Listen to „Babylon“ on your favourite streaming platform or get your CD/LP/Earbook here: https://datog.rpm.link/babylon

RUFF MAJIK Begin New Chapter with New Single ‘Can Of Wyrms’

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South African heavy rock outfit RUFF MAJIK return with Can Of Wyrms, a stark and emotionally unguarded single that confronts suicide from the perspective of those left behind.

Rather than romanticizing loss or framing it through spectacle, Can Of Wyrms documents grief as an ongoing presence — unresolved, heavy, and communal. The song was written years ago, but only now finds its moment, arriving as the band re-emerge after a period marked by silence, distance, and personal reckoning.

Frontman Johni Holiday has previously spoken openly about PTSD, agoraphobia, and cycles of dependency formed while touring — struggles that ultimately led to Ruff Majik stepping away before the weight became fatal. That pause, and the clarity it forced, directly informs the song’s restraint. Can Of Wyrms does not seek answers. It acknowledges absence, as well as the battle waged by those in the thick of it.

Musically, the track balances Ruff Majik’s stoner-punk urgency with a raw yet anthemic vulnerability. Gang vocals — recorded with friends and members of the South African underground music community — form the emotional core of the song, reinforcing its central idea: this grief is shared, not isolated.

The single also features guest vocals by Ben from Slomosa, adding a further layer of communal voice and international solidarity to a deeply personal release.

All proceeds from Can Of Wyrms, including associated merchandise, will be directed toward mental-health support initiatives.

Buy and stream Can Of Wyrms at this location.

The release coincides with Ruff Majik’s first live performance (31 January, Pretoria, South Africa) , since their hiatus — not framed as a victory lap, but as a statement of intent. In the band’s own words: “There is work to be done.”

Can Of Wyrms is not a eulogy. It is a warning, a remembrance, and a refusal to buckle under the pressures of the world.

This single is currently available on BandCamp only, and will be released on all other platforms on 16 January 2026. The band will take no requests for press until the first phase is complete.

More info: https://www.facebook.com/ruffmajik

BASTION ROSE Explore the Beauty of Transience with New Single ‘Dust’ + Announce Upcoming Album “Blue Rising”

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Building on the global momentum of their David Bottrill-produced debut Traces of Gold, cinematic hard rock outfit Bastion Rose returns with a haunting and philosophical new single, “Dust.” The track serves as the lead offering from their newly announced second album, Blue Rising.

While the band continues to see massive success with the ongoing promotion of Traces of Gold—an album produced by three-time Grammy-winner David Bottrill (Tool, Rush, Peter Gabriel)—the release of “Dust” marks a prolific new chapter for the project. Bastion Rose is striking while the iron is hot, expanding their sonic universe with a track that captures the band’s signature blend of monumental riffs and atmospheric depth.

The song explores the inevitable fading of all things—a theme that sits at the very heart of the Bastion Rose identity.

“I have always been fascinated and disturbed by the inevitable fading of everything,” says frontman Austin Frink. “Our lives are temporary. Everyone you love, everything you are… it will eventually return to dust. But there is a power in that realization. You can use the transience of all things to know that in times of struggle, you can eventually rise above whatever hole you have fallen into.”

Musically, “Dust” leans into 90’s alternative metal influences as well as the classic aggressive hard rock that landed the band acclaim in Metal Hammer, SPIN, and Classic Rock Magazine.

“Dust” is available now on all major streaming platforms.

The Next Chapter: Blue Rising

The announcement of the single coincides with the reveal of the band’s next studio record, Blue Rising. Arriving only 2 months after the release of Traces of Gold, while the album remains a fixture on rock charts and playlists, Blue Rising delves deeper into the foundational themes of resilience and the “Cinematic Hard Rock” scope that has become the band’s calling card.

With over 1.5 million streams earned in the last year and a rapidly growing YouTube community of 60,000 subscribers, Bastion Rose is positioning themselves as one of the most compelling and active new voices in rock.

About Bastion Rose:

Bastion Rose is a high-impact hard rock project blending 1970s tones with 21st-century cinematic atmosphere. With a David Bottrill-produced debut and over 1.5 million streams, the band specializes in a sophisticated brand of ‘heavy’ that emphasizes both technical precision and raw emotional honesty.

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EMPERORS & ANGELS Welcome 2026 with Massive Rock Anthem ‘Walk into the Fire’

Posted by tarjavirmakari on January 5, 2026

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Emperors & Angels Ignite with New Single “Walk Into the Fire” — Available Now

Hard rock power meets raw emotion as Emperors & Angels unleash their latest release.

Emperors & Angels are turning up the heat with the release of their brand-new single, “Walk Into the Fire,” available now on all major streaming platforms. Known for their high-energy sound, powerful hooks, and emotionally charged lyrics, the band once again delivers a track that hits hard and stays with you long after the final note.

“Walk Into the Fire” is a bold anthem about facing fear head-on, embracing risk, and choosing passion over comfort. Driven by soaring vocals, thunderous guitars, and a relentless rhythm section, the song captures the signature Emperors & Angels sound—modern hard rock with a melodic edge and a fearless attitude.

This release showcases the band at their most confident and focused, blending arena-ready choruses with an intensity that speaks to both longtime fans and new listeners. “Walk Into the Fire” is more than just a song—it’s a statement of intent from a band pushing forward without compromise.

Emperors & Angels continue to build momentum with each release, carving out their place in today’s rock landscape through authenticity, power, and undeniable energy. With “Walk Into the Fire,” they invite listeners to stand on the edge, take the leap, and feel the burn.

“Walk Into the Fire” is available now on all major streaming platforms.

More info: https://www.facebook.com/emperorsandangels

NOVOMUNDO Drop Third Single ‘Vodun’ from Upcoming Debut LP

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Following the recent announcement of their debut album “The Cursed Cult”, due out on March 1st, 2026, Italy’s NOVOMUNDO unveil a third single from the record. Titled “Vodun”, the new track further expands the band’s sonic palette, pushing their blend of thrash-driven aggression, massive groove-laden sections and ritualistic atmospheres into darker and more immersive territory. “Vodun” highlights the Roman outfit’s ability to balance raw impact with layered arrangements, reinforcing the album’s overarching concept while offering another glimpse into the band’s evolving identity.

Stream “Vodun“ at THIS LOCATION.

NOVOMUNDO was born near Rome around 2012 with the idea to blend heavy and groovy music textures alongside various influences, rhythms, and instruments from all over the world. After some line-up changes over the years, the band rewrote and refined some of their previous material, releasing “Echoes of Ego”: four songs focused on mid-paced ferocity and exotic grooves, with themes exploring modern world decay, primeval instincts, and nightmarish visions.

“The Cursed Cult” represents the band’s first full-length effort: a darker and more crushing take on their renewed sound. The album explores Voodoo culture, its symbols and meanings, interpreted through the lens of contemporary life. Fourteen tracks of ferocity and raw energy blend dark ambient passages with a rotten edge, fusing death-groove and 2000s metal influences enriched by modern tones and crust-core elements.

The album is a concept piece centered on Voodoo — its mysteries, rituals, and symbolic icons. Lyrically, it touches on slavery, prejudice, and death as a way to give value to life, among other themes. Across the tracks, listeners are guided through the pantheon of Voodoo deities, called Loa, exploring their stories and traits as metaphors to convey the album’s core messages. The soundscape of NOVOMUNDO evokes emotional instability and a sense of unease, symbolizing the fear stemming from ignorance and unfamiliarity.

Tracklist:

01 Son of Mawu
02 Deathless
03 Erzulie
04 Bokor
05 The Coven
06 Mojo
07 Vodun
08 OSFTG
09 Le Marriage de Brigitte
10 Warlord
11 God’s Violence
12 Maitresse La-Sirene
13 Papa Legba
14 Orishas

Line-up:

Valerio Cristiani – Vocals
Carlo Ridolfi – Guitar
Fabio Ciccone – Guitar
Fausto Idini – Drums

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MOTHER MISERY Release New Single ‘Fake Into Real’

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Swedish heart and soul musicians MOTHER MISERY deliver the perfect empowering hymn for the start into the new year.

MELODIC HEAVY ROCK with a commanding Industrial touch and playful Electro nuances is their theatric pleasure – a special, individual mix of edgy Hard’n’heavy Rock and Melodic Metal. MOTHER MISERY also give their music a certain Nordic charm – as only they can. The musicians have thus created their very own genre: SUPERSONIC ROCK!

On Jan. 01, the lively bunch from Enköping released its brand new single ‘Fake Into Real‘, via Doc Gator Records.

–Artwork: Jimmy Lindbergh / Mother Misery
–Rob Hakemo + JB Studio & Media
–Logo & Symbol: Mother Misery

The musicians themselves say about the new single “Fake Into Real“:

“The lyrics are all about the new way of using the media to build fake news, fake lives and to manipulate us into believing what is fake to be real. How that can build hatred, hope and false beliefs among people and entire countries. How it ultimately can be used as a weapon. We need to stop and reflect on how this is affecting us and the world.” (John)

“The song starts very dark and apocalyptic to then quickly ease into a double bass drum inferno on the verses. Melodic vocals, pounding bass and drums with riffing guitars. Powerful and melodic choruses and to top it off a superb guitar solo with an epic ending.” (Jimmy)

LINE-UP
John Hermansen • Vocals, Guitar
Emil Ström • Guitar, Lead-Guitar
Stiff Hell • Bass
Jimmy Lindbergh • Drums, Percussions

More info: https://www.facebook.com/MotherMisery/