Retro. Robots. Rebellion. The soundtrack to your next cyberpunk dream is here courtesy of Extra Terra and Rogue VHS. Prepare to be transported to the future, with this carefully crafted soundscape featuring elements of Dance, Mid-Tempo, Electro, Industrial, Metal, and Electronic. “STEEL” is the latest collaboration between Extra Terra and Rogue VHS and the track is a perfect showcase for their unique collaboration.
“Extra Terra and Rogue VHS unleash a sonic powerhouse in ‘STEEL,'” explains Extra Terra. “Melding the electrifying pulse of cyberpunk with the hypnotic beats of midtempo. This track transports listeners to a dystopian future where neon lights, robotic rebellion, and gritty streets blend seamlessly into a sonic landscape of unparalleled intensity.”
Boris H, better known as Extra Terra, is a Bass Music & Cyberpunk music producer from France who has amassed millions of streams across Spotify, Soundcloud, YouTube and other platforms. In only a few years he has been able to bring his truly unique sound design and his melodies to the forefront of the scene. With collaborations and remixes released on Monstercat, FiXT and NRW, Extra Terra’s music can be heard at clubs and festivals around the world from the likes of Infected Mushroom, Scandroid / Celldweller and many more
Rogue VHS is an up-and-coming independent electronic music artist who brings a unique blend of old-school analog sound and modern production to the scene. Inspired by the sounds of the 80s and 90s, Rogue VHS combines elements of synthwave, retrowave, and cyberpunk to create a truly distinctive and nostalgia-driven sound. Rogue VHS has quickly established himself as a rising star in the electronic music world. He has collaborated with heavyweights in the scene like Waveshaper, Extra Terra, Lazerpunk, and Tonebox, and he has been praised by critics for his innovative approach to genre blending. Whether you’re a fan of synth-heavy instrumentals, soaring melodies, or are more of a raver, Rogue VHS has something for you. This is the soundtrack to your dreams.
There’s a new metal kid in town! Uprising German outfit KNIFE reveals a blend of speed and first wave black metal sprinkled with punk elements on their new album and Napalm Records debut, Heaven Into Dust, out August 25, 2023! Formed in 2019, the band defied the pandemic – quickly establishing their standing in the scene with their acclaimed self-titled debut record, Knife (2021). German Metal Hammer predicted KNIFE would hit like a torpedo, giving the album an impressive 6/7 rating. Now, the quartet delivers the sharpest blade, obeying the authentic sound of raw extreme metal.
Unveiling the new single and title track “Heaven Into Dust”, the hot mixture settles down in the fierce abysses of speed metal. Shredding demons against the walls, the German quartet set heaven on fire with blood-curdling screams and unstoppable drum passages, and race along with headbang-worthy guitar lines. Eating fan’s souls with their official music video, the aggression of the darkness will drive you right away.
KNIFE on “Heaven Into Dust”: “Bangers! The gates have been opened! A storm of raging speed metal will bring you FIRE! The KNIFE is back! The assault has begun! ‘Heaven Into Dust’!
KNIFE’s new album kicks off with dramatic organ tunes and unsettling whispers. Album opener “Hawks Of Hades” sets the tone for their newest chapter. Raspy punk screams rule the darkness together with an eclectic arrangement. Followed by the rousing track “Night Vision”, remarkable classic rock riffs build its foundation while unbridled drums hustle along with shredding guitars. Topped by a catchy, raw refrain, vocalist Vince Nihil fits in perfectly with the fiery demonic atmosphere. Unleashing their 80’s hard rock and heavy metal influences on songs like “With Torches They March” and “Black Oath and Spells”, they showcase the band’s skill in creating remarkable choruses, characterized by soaring vocals, scorching guitar solos and leading drum strokes. KNIFE keeps on rolling with dynamic changes on the album closer “No Gods in the Dark” – featuring unbending, shrieking screams dueling with shredding riffs before the instrumental finale fades out. With Heaven Into Dust, the band has truly sharpened their tools and gets the listener’s heart pumping instantly while keeping the devil’s horns alive.
KNIFE state on the upcoming album, Heaven Into Dust: “The black leather hounds are back! The second sonic assault is at hand. In rage and fury, the blade is swung! The KNIFE has returned to bring you the true sound of steel. Sent by the Gods of Rock ‘N’ Roll, there is no return. Heaven Into Dust!
Heaven Into Dust tracklisting: 1. Hawks of Hades 2. Night Vision 3. Heaven into Dust 4. Iron Sceptre 5. With Torches They March 6. Black Oath and Spells 7. The Arson Alchemist 8. A Phantom Devised 9. Realm of Violence 10. No Gods in the Dark
KNIFE live 2023: 23.06.23 CZ – Spálené Poříčí / BasInFire Festival 01.07.23 NL – Emmen / Pitfest 08.07.23 GER – Oberhausen / Death Thrash Mania 02.08.23 GER – Wacken / W:O:A Festival 01.09.23 GER – Merseburg / Merseburger Rocknacht 23.09.23 GER – Berlin / Greetings From Hell 27.12.23 GER – Oberhausen / Evil Obsession Tour 28.12.23 GER – Heidelberg / Evil Obsession Tour 29.12.23 GER – Regensburg / Evil Obsession Tour 30.12.23 GER – Erfurt / Evil Obsession Tour
Canada’s The Metal Voice recently spoke Virgin Steele’s leader David DeFeis about the bands new album ‘The Passion of Dionysus’ which will be released via SPV/Steamhammer on June 30, 2023. Watch the interview below.
Excerpts from the interview
When asked about the concept of the new album ‘The Passion of Dionysus’ “Dionysus is a character that I’ve always enjoyed for a long time since as far as I can remember. He comes with the wine, he brings relief from trouble but he also has a dangerous element. Too much of the wine and you can become murderous and humanity goes out the window. So it deals with this duality, this dual nature. It also deals with mainly the idea of freedom and restraint and is there room in our society for the letting go aspects of our nature, the wild side. You know one of the names of Dionysus is the God of letting go. So I’m a firm believer that with great freedom comes great responsibility. So the record deals with these sorts of issues.”
When asked about writing new music in general “I write even when there is no reason to write. While I was writing the Dionysus record I was also writing the next record after that.”
When asked about the musical direction of the new album “I would say it’s a barbaric romantic epic style record in the tradition of Records like ‘House of Atreus’, ‘Invictus’ and such but with another string to the bow added. I think it’s maybe the most violent record we’ve done both lyrically, musically, conceptually and definitely vocally. I always approach each record like it’s gonna be like the last song I’m ever gonna sing. I really throw caution to the wind and no have no regard for Life, limb or functioning the next day. I just wanted to just really nail something that made Dionysus come alive and make the story breathe and show his passion, his frustration, his anger ,his love, his hate and his everything.”
When asked about upcoming show dates “We’re looking at the dates for Greece, Germany and Spain and it looks like Italy in November. In terms of USA and Canada, plans are a foot there’s nothing I can say yet but I am building towards that. I’m speaking and we’re negotiating and trying to make it all work. there’s a lot of logistics.”
As usual, David DeFeis has chosen a downright epic theme that delves deep into the annals of human history, while maintaining a concrete reference to the present:
The Passion Of Dionysus Track List: 1. The Gethsemane Effect 07:08 2. You’ll Never See The Sun Again 09:20 3. A Song Of Possession 5:51 4. The Ritual Of Descent 12:41 5. Spiritual Warfare 7:50 6. Black Earth & Blood 2:24 7. The Passion Of Dionysus 8:09 8. To Bind & Kill A God 8:18 9. Unio Mystica 9:15 1 0. I Will Fear No Man For I Am A God 8:46
Following their wildly successful Verminous Remnant Spring headlining tour, THE BLACK DAHLIA MURDER today announces a final bout of shows before returning to the studio to complete their next studio album. The short journey, which begins on September 8th at Blue Ridge Rock Fest in Alton, Virginia and closes on September 16th at the New England Metal Fest in Worcester, Massachusetts, includes a performance alongside Lamb Of God in Pikeville, Kentucky. Support will be provided by Chelsea Grin, Gates To Hell, and labelmates, 200 Stab Wounds, on select shows. Tickets go on sale this Friday, June 16th at 10:00am local time. See all confirmed dates below.
THE BLACK DAHLIA MURDER w/ Chelsea Grin, 200 Stab Wounds, Gates To Hell: 9/08/2023 Blue Ridge Rock Fest – Alton, VA * 9/09/2023 The Concourse – Knoxville, TN 9/10/2023 Mercury Ballroom – Louisville, KY 9/11/2023 Appalachian Wireless Arena – Pikeville, KY w/ Lamb Of God, After The Burial, Alpha Wolf * 9/12/2023 The King Of Clubs – Columbus, OH 9/14/2023 Starland Ballroom – Sayreville, NJ 9/15/2023 Reverb – Reading, PA 9/16/2023 New England Metal Fest – Worcester, MA * THE BLACK DAHLIA MURDER only
THE BLACK DAHLIA MURDER‘s most recent full-length, Verminous, was released in 2020 via Metal Blade Records. Without compromising a scrap of heaviness, the record stands among the band’s most dynamic, rousing, and emotional releases to date. Louder Sound crowned Verminous, “absolutely excellent,” while Blabbermouth wrote, “This is a deeper and smarter realization of the Michigan crew’s tried and tested formula, and one blessed with several of the finest songs they have ever written… File next to Nocturnal and Ritual as an unquestionable career peak.” To preview and purchase the record, visit: metalblade.com/tbdm
Progressive Death Metal project ANGEL RISING has officially signed a deal with renowned international label Wormholedeath for the release of their highly anticipated third album, titled “Afterlife.”
Drawing inspiration from old-school thrash and death metal, Angel Rising carves their sonic path with influences from titans such as Sepultura, Metallica, and Death. But make no mistake — this is not a mere homage. Angel Rising forges a distinctive sound, fusing the raw energy of primal brutalitywith daring virtuosity and an unparalleled sense of storytelling, propelling them to the forefront of the metal landscape.
Angel Rising is immensely proud to join forces with Wormholedeath for the release of “Afterlife” in September 2023. This new opus is set to establish Angel Rising among the best in the genre. The concept album Afterlife depicts an interdimensional being that stalks life in our universe because it represents a threat to existence itself. And the human species, or at least what it has become after the events described in the previous creations of Angel Rising, is now its target. The album cover showcases the hero, Asai, engaged in a battle against a horde of undead, unaware of the greater danger lurking ahead.
Tracklist
Utopia
Afterlife
Hell Bent on Rampage
Reign of Torture
In Nomine Regis
Dominion
Worn Out Blood
Endless Sorrow
The album’s songs were written and produced by Angel Rising, who also handled the audio recording, mixing, and mastering. The album features artwork by Dechristianize Art and a logo designed by Doccygore.
In anticipation of the album release, Angel Rising is proud to unveil the teaser of the first single from “Afterlife,” titled “Utopia.” The single will be available on July 20th, 2023.
Angel Rising is a one-man band with guest appearances, that burst onto the scene in 2018 under the name Listenangel, gaining recognition through an impressive guitar-shredding YouTube channel. The debut album, self-titled “Angel Rising,” was released on April 18th, 2018, featuring renowned drummer Kevin Talley. The album received positive acclaim, leading to a deal with French metal label Music-records. “Immortal Volition,” the second album released on February 12th, 2022, showcased a darker and more technical death metal sound, garnering high acclaim upon its CD edition release on September 15th, 2022. With the upcoming release of “Afterlife” under Wormholedeath, Angel Rising solidifies their position as a formidable presence in the metal scene.
The lineup for Angel Rising consists of: Angel Rising: Guitars, Bass, Drums, Vocals Guest Singer: M.Fox (clean vocals on “Worn Out Blood” and “Dominion”)
Germany’s hottest band to date, FEUERSCHWANZ, have released a brand-new live video from their epic show at Wacken Open Air 2022, performing right after the headliner in front of one of the biggest crowds in their career! The performance – including a massive pyro show – was part of one of the band’s biggest shows to date, and the live version of the banger “Untot im Drachenboot” will also be available on the bonus CD of the band’s upcoming album, Fegefeuer, out July 7, 2023 via Napalm Records.
“Untot im Drachenboot” was originally released on FEUERSCHWANZ’s successful #1 charting 2021 album, Memento Mori, and reigns as one of the band’s fan favorites – with several millions of streams and video views. At Wacken, the song was literally set on fire!
FEUERSCHWANZ comments the new live video: “The first time on one of the main stages at Wacken was a particularly emotional moment for us! We want to share this moment with you, so we have cut a music video for ‘Untot im Drachenboot’ from the existing video material to capture this experience for you forever!“
Formed in 2004, the band has gradually shifted from their roots in comedic medieval folk into a much more serious direction. With the switch to Napalm Records ahead of the release of Das Elfte Gebot (2020), FEUERSCHWANZ set their sights entirely on metal – soon becoming one of the most relevant German bands in the genre today. The band’s enormously successful previous album of original music, Memento Mori (2021), even stormed the official German charts, peaking at #1. On Fegefeuer, FEUERSCHWANZ spice up their medieval inspired folk metal with true heavy metal influences!
With Fegefeuer, the band is established as one of the biggest bands in the German metal scene, by being the cover artist on the next issue of Metal Hammer, including an exclusive eight-track CD.
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Fegefeuer kicks off with outstanding opening track “SGFRD Dragonslayer”. Lyrical references to the legendary Siegfried Dragonslayer combine with heavy riffing and Nordic mythology. Successor “Bastard von Asgard” features beautiful vocals by Eluveitie’s Fabienne Erni. The catchy viking party anthem “Berzerkermode” calls for the listener to join the celebration and “party like a viking”, while the first three tracks, as well as heavy “Highlander”, are best proof of the band’s evolution from comedy rock to metal. Other tracks like the intense title track “Fegefeuer”, Lord of the Rings battlechant “Uruk-Hai” and “Die Horde” will be long-time fan favorites.
Fegefeuer stays lyrically true to trademark topics, exploring long forgotten legends and heroic battles, and shows off the band’s extraordinary musical skills. The album will be available in various formats, with some containing the live bonus album Live in Wacken 2022, which includes a recording of their co-headline show from the holy fields. With their new release, FEUERSCHWANZ clearly confirm their outstanding position at the top of the German metal scene!
Tracklist Fegefeuer: 1. SGFRD Dragonslayer 2. Bastard von Asgard 3. Berzerkermode 4. Knochenkarussell 5. Fegefeuer 6. Die Horde 7. Uruk-Hai 8. Highlander 9. Morrigan 10. Eis & Feuer 11. Valkyren
Various limited versions come with the bonus CD, Live in Wacken 2022, recorded during the band’s co-headline set at Wacken Open Air 2022. Other versions include the instrumental version of all 11 album tracks:
Live in Wacken 2022 Tracklist: 1. Intro (Das Elfte Gebot) (Live in Wacken 2022) 2. Memento Mori (Live in Wacken 2022) 3. Untot im Drachenboot (Live in Wacken 2022) 4. Metfest (Live in Wacken 2022) 5. Ultima Nocte (Live in Wacken 2022) 6. Schubsetanz (Live in Wacken 2022) 7. Methämmer (Live in Wacken 2022) 8. Dragostea Din Tei (Live in Wacken 2022) 9. Rohirrim (Live in Wacken 2022) 10. Das Elfte Gebot (Live in Wacken 2022) 11. Warriors Of The World United (Live in Wacken 2022 / feat. Melissa Bonny) 12. Die Hörner Hoch (Live in Wacken 2022) 13. Extro (Live in Wacken 2022)
Experience FEUERSCHWANZ live: Festivals 2023 23.06.23 DE – Abenberg / Feuerztanz Festival 01.07.23 DE – Munich / Tollwood 02.07.23 DE – Hude / Burning Pants Festival 06.07.23 DE – Ballenstedt / Rock Harz Festival 07.07.23 DE – Vöhringen (Iller) / 875 Jahre Vöhringen 11.07.23 DE – Plassenburg / Plassenburg Open Air 13.07.23 AT – Leoben / Area 53 Festival 14.07.23 CZ – Zlin / Masters Of Rock 22.07.23 DE – Bückeburg / MPS 10.08.23 ES – Villena / Leyendas Del Rock 19.08.23 DE – Weil Am Rhein / MPS 26.08.23 DE – Wuppertal / Feuertal Festival 02.09.23 DE – Luhmühlen / MPS
Fegefeuer Tour 2024 w/ Orden Ogan, Angus McSix 11.04.24 DE – Hamburg / Große Freiheit 36 12.04.24 DE – Berlin / Huxleys 13.04.24 DE – Dresden / Alter Schlachthof 18.04.24 DE – Saarbrücken / Garage 19.04.24 DE – Erfurt / Club Central 26.04.24 DE – Hanover / Capitol 27.04.24 DE – Osnabrück / Hyde Park 01.05.24 DE – Nuremberg / Löwensaal 02.05.24 DE – Stuttgart / LKA Longhorn 03.05.24 DE – Wiesbaden / Schlachthof 04.05.24 DE – Cologne / Palladium 06.12.24 AT – Vienna / Arena
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