PERSEFONE Release Third Live Single And Video ‘One Word’

Posted by tarjavirmakari on December 4, 2025
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Mere days before the release of their first live album, PERSEFONE offers another look into the release. Recorded at a special show in their home country, Andorra, the new version of “One Word” again takes the band’s brand of progressive death metal to a new level with the masterful addition of the Orquestra Nacional Clàssica d’Andorra (National Classical Orchestra of Andorra). Performed live, “One Word”—originally released on their most recent EP, Lingua Ignota: Part I (2024)—is even grander than before and captures the impressive energy PERSEFONE brings to the stage with pristine clarity—goosebumps guaranteed. Live In Andorra will be out this coming Friday, December 5, 2025 via Napalm Records.
 
PERSEFONE about “One Word”:
“In every show, there are different moments, but nothing compares to the thrill of the intro that leads to the very beginning. You can feel the energy on stage; you can see the people eager to release their enthusiasm after waiting for the first sonic explosion. For this particular show, the song that was chosen to ignite the whole experience had to be ‘One Word’. It’s one of the last songs we wrote, yet one of our favorites to play live. It’s direct, it’s powerful, and it connects with both the band and the audience in a heartbeat. Hopefully, you can also feel that connection by enjoying this single.”

Progressive death metal masters PERSEFONE let their material shine in a new light on their upcoming live album, Live In Andorra. Recorded at a one-off orchestral show in the National Auditorium of their home country Andorra in May 2024, the six-piece band take their already sophisticated sound to even grander heights, celebrating both their 20-year history and their return home after not having performed in Andorra in ten years. In collaboration with the Orquestra Nacional Clàssica d’Andorra (National Classical Orchestra of Andorra), the symphonic accompaniment adds immense grandeur to a catalog-spanning set, embellishing their unmatched live energy to triumphant highs. Live In Andorra also offers unique recordings of many beloved songs with new frontman Daniel R. Flys, who joined the band in 2023. Making classic tracks his own and bringing new material to the forefront, he emphasizes the musical force that is PERSEFONE.
 
On Live in Andorra, PERSEFONE’s musical force shines brightly out from their native Andorra. A perfect example of how symphonic support can blend seamlessly into metal songs and enhance them, this intricate record gives the already impressive tracks a whole new context. Progressive, yet catchy; heavy, yet full of emotion!
 
PERSEFONE about Live In Andorra:
“It is not everyday that you can celebrate the history of your band with such a unique set of circumstances. Playing at home after so many years, in front of our people, at the National Hall, with the National Orchestra, was something we never imagined would even be a possibility. But when the opportunity appeared, we just couldn’t say no, and we knew we wanted to have this whole experience immortalized for everyone to take part in it. This show is a way of coming full circle, from a crappy rehearsal room and our first shows in clubs, to being able to perform at such an iconic place in our country. Please join us for this special show. Welcome to PERSEFONE. Welcome to Andorra.”

Order Your Copy of Live In Andorra NOW

With 14 songs off their four most recent albums and the latest EP, PERSEFONE show great versatility. Live In Andorra takes listeners on a career spanning journey through a series of album specific vignettes: after starting off with the latest, Lingua Ignota: Part I (2024), the band takes their audience back in time through Aathma (2017) and even reaches all the way to their 2009 album Shin-ken. Then returning to 2022’s metanoia before finally their hit album Spiritual Migration (2013), the Andorran powerhouses garner waves of thunderous applause and howling.
 
With the intro “Sounds And Vessels” bleeding into “One Word”, both PERSEFONE and the orchestra, led by conductor Albert Gumí and concertmaster Pere Bardagí, show off their strength and mutual enthusiasm right at the start of the show. Performed together, this compilation expands grander than either track was alone, with the pristine clarity of the orchestral sound serving as an awe-inspiring view into what’s to come. The decorated rendition of “Living Waves” is an example of the band’s unique flair and their trademark ability to weld sweeping emotion into jaw-dropping compositions. “Leap Of Faith” deepens the progressive reach of the band, transporting listeners right to the Andorran National Auditorium in Ordino, in which this live rendition was recorded, delivering the spectacular show in vivid color. Other highlights include wonderful contrast between trenchant brutality and symphonic focus on “Stillness Is Timeless”, including an expansive piano outro, which directly moves into “Prison Skin” with a piano intro. On “Kusanagi”, PERSEFONE exemplifies their pristine musical control, taking a step back to grant the orchestra an impressive solo, cleverly sharing the spotlight for a dynamic listening experience.

Live In Andorra tracklisting:

  1. Sounds and Vessels
  2. One Word
  3. The Equable
  4. Stillness is Timeless
  5. Prison Skin
  6. Cosmic Walkers
  7. Living Waves
  8. Kusanagi
  9. Leap of Faith
  10. Merkabah
  11. The Great Reality
  12. Flying Sea Dragons
  13. Mind as Universe
  14. Outro

PERSEFONE LIVE 2026
29.01.-02.02.26 US – Miami, FL / 70.000 Tons Of Metal

PERSEFONE are:          
Carlos Lozano – guitar
Filipe Baldaia – guitar
Miguel “Moe” Espinosa – keyboards and vocals
Toni Mestre – bass
Sergi “Bobby” Verdeguer – drums
Daniel R. Flys – vocals
 
PERSEFONE online:       
INSTAGRAM
FACEBOOK
WEBSITE
NAPALM RECORDS

ROTTING CHRIST Announce Re-Recording of “AEALO” + Release Lyric Video for Title Track

Posted by tarjavirmakari on December 3, 2025
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As they continue to celebrate 35 years of evil existence, Rotting Christ are beginning what is sure to be a monumental new year by reinforcing one of the pillars in their mighty discography.  

Today, the Greek legends are announcing a re-recorded version of the band’s 11th album. Chiseled with modern production, polished by a rich mix and draped with fresh cover art, the new and improved AEALO enhances every aspect that makes this album a cornerstone from Rotting Christ’s Hellenic era.

“Dear friends”, begins the band’s vocalist and guitarist Sakis Tolis. “We have re-recorded, remixed and remastered our 11th album AEALO with deep respect for the original recording. We are proud to present to you the first sample from the album with a new video for its title track”.

The re-recorded version of AEALO comes out January 23, 2026 on Season of Mist. Pre-order & Pre-save: https://orcd.co/rottingchristaealorerecorded

Long-held as one of Rotting Christ’s defining anthems, “AEALO” is a fierce yet tragic portrayal of warfare. In English, the title means “I destroy” or “I thrash”. Martial percussion, ceremonial melodies and a female choir evoke the spirit of ancient Greek rituals and the psychology of the battlefield. The re-recorded version unearths new layers that were once hidden, strengthening the song’s mythic resonance while reflecting on the album’s larger themes of sacrifice and the cost of conflict.  

Tracklist:

  1. Aealo (3:33) [WATCH]
  2. Eon Aenaos (3:55)
  3. Daimonon Vrosis (5:00)
  4. Noctis Era (4:55)
  5. Dub-Sag-Ta-Ke (2:57)
  6. Fire, Death and Fear (4:32)
  7. Nekron Iahes (1:37)
  8. Pyr Threontai (4:53)
  9. Thou Art Lord (4:35)
  10. Santa Muerte (5:30)
  11. Orders From the Dead (8:57)

In the dimly lit catacombs of extreme metal, one name stands as a monolith: ROTTING CHRIST. Sakis Tholis and his brother Themis started this band together back in 1987. In the three decades since, these Greek titans have left their blackened imprint all over the metal world. They’ve released 13 studio albums and played more than 1,300 concerts around the globe.  Underneath all this hard work, Rotting Christ have but one vision – an urge to not only push the boundaries of extreme metal, but to keep reinventing themselves along the way.

Rotting Christ’s evolution has unfolded across several distinct chapters. After starting out closer to the barely controlled chaos of grindcore, they went on to establish the iconic sound of Hellenic black metal. Their albums often embrace refined gothic soundscapes, only to plunge back into the depths of blasphemous fervour. Each chapter marked another, further exploration, and an unwavering commitment to push boundaries.

But the real turning point came in 2007, when Rotting Christ signed a pact with Season of Mist. They unleashed a series of albums for the French label that defied any and all expectations. From the piercing Theogonia and the symphonic grandeur of Aelo to the ritualistic intensity of Κατά Τον Δαίμονα Εαυτού, the cinematic experiences created by Rotting Christ became a spectacle of bombastic atmospheres, mesmerizing choirs, and neo-classical arrangements. The unexpected is their modus operandi, with the use of various languages (Latin, Arabic, Greek,  English) as well as the extensive use of famous poetry woven into their music, like Edgar Allan Poe’s ‘The Raven’ on The Heretics.

In 2019, Rotting Christ’s epic journey continued with The Apocryphal Spell compilation, which offers fans an intimate glimpse into unreleased and rare material. This allowed them to gather strength, preparing for the release of their next, highly anticipated, 14th full-length studio album: Pro Xristou.

Pro Xristou (‘Before Christ’ in Greek), serves as a fervent tribute to the last Pagan kings who resisted the onslaught of Christianity, guarding their ancient values and knowledge. In this thematic odyssey, intricately woven through tracks such as ‘The Apostate’ and ‘Ygdrassil’, Rotting Christ delves into the legacies of historical figures such as Flavius Claudius Julianus and Nordic mythological kings, embodying the might of Pagan wisdom in the face of Christian adversity. The album encapsulates the essence of Rotting Christ’s signature style – melodic, yet harsh at times – reinventing themselves yet again, while remaining rooted in their 35-year legacy.

Line-up:
Sakis Tolis – Guitar, Vocals
Themis Tolis – Drums
Kostas “Spades” Heliotis – Bass
Kostis Fouk – Guitar

Biography:
Sébastien J. Gamez

Follow Rotting Christ:
Official Website: https://www.rotting-christ.com/en/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rottingchristofficial/
Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/rottingchristofficial/
Twitter (X): https://twitter.com/athanatoieste/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/RottingChristOfficia/
Bandcamp: https://rottingchristofficial.bandcamp.com/
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/artist/rotting-christ/28441629/
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/7FhkwcO8Jd7BRWdllBpXBJ/

PINK FAIRIES Return with New Single ‘Do It’ from Upcoming Album “Covered In Pink”

Posted by tarjavirmakari on December 3, 2025
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For a three LP-long moment there, at the start of the 70s, the PINK FAIRIES were arguably the most important band on earth.  

They had no hits, they sold out no arenas. But as the pathetic ashes of the hippy dream were finally swept into the dustbin of history, the Fairies were the broom that not only cleared away the clutter of the past, it also opened up the pathway that would ultimately lead to punk rock. 

The late Brian James, guitarist and songwriter with the original line-up of The Damned, was a die-hard Fairies fan; Alan Lee Shaw of The Maniacs got his first break in ZZZ, a new band led by Fairies drummer Twink, and rejoined him in The Rings in ’77; the first two singles by The Adverts were produced by latter-day Fairy  (and Mötorhead co-founder) Larry Wallis.  Up there with the MC5, the Edgar Broughton Band  and The Stooges, the Fairies’ uncompromising breed of sky-high octane rock’n’roll soundtracked more teenaged dreams of fiery rebellion than anyone else around.

Then they broke up… reformed… broke up… reformed… it’s hard to say precisely how many line-ups the band has had over the years, but as we celebrate the 50th anniversary of their first reunion (and a single on Stiff Records, another of punk’s most alluring midwifes), they’re back once more, following up 2023’s Screwed Up (the title track was penned by guitarist Paul Rudolph and Deviants frontman Mick Farren in 1977) with Covered In Pink – a covers album that is less a collection of great songs, than it is a love letter to the Fairies’ own period of early 70s invulnerability.

With guest appearances from Nik Turner (Hawkwind) and sci-fi author and performer Michael Moorcock adding to the sonic carnage, brutal takes on “American Woman” (The Guess Who), “Mississippi Queen” (Mountain) and “Communication Breakdown” (Led Zeppelin) all hail from the same era during which the Fairies were at their mightiest; “Motörhead,” with Moorcock on vocals, recalls former Fairies Wallis and Lucas Fox‘s earth-shaking role in the first incarnation of Lemmy’s snaggle-toothed throng; “Baby’s On Fire” recaptures Paul Rudolph’s contributions to Eno’s Here Come The Warm Jets debut album; and cuts by Dr Feelgood and David Bowie nod gently in the direction of Wallis and fellow Fairy Mick Wayne’s time with those acts. Yes, the Fairies family tree has many, many branches.

And wait till you hear what they do to the Pretty Things’ “Rosalyn”!

The album itself hits the streets on January 16.  But kicking it off today, the first single from the Covered In Pink is, appropriately, a churning new version of the first single the band ever released, the incendiary coruscation of “Do It,” and a riff so ginormous that even The Rollins Band was barely able to tame it – although if you remember the first time you heard their version, you might still be recovering from the volcanic devastation the song unleashed upon the late 1980s.  

Paul Rudolph loved it. “I was chuffed that Henry covered the song.”

Rollins recalls his introduction to the Fairies in 1981, during his Black Flag days. “One of the members, Dez Cadena, a great vocalist, guitar player and a truly good guy, had pitch perfect taste in music. He always had cassettes of albums that upon hearing, I immediately liked: live Curtis Mayfield, live James Brown, The Scorpions, Lightnin’ Hopkins, (with whom Dez’s father, the legendary producer Ozzie Cadena worked), Hawkwind and the Pink Fairies.

“I absorbed all this music with great interest. I instinctively liked the straight up gut punch of the Pink Fairies, and when my finances allowed me, I got their records. I thought their song ‘Do It’ was amazing.”

So amazing that, six years later with the Rollins Band, “I asked my bandmates if they wanted to try covering the song. It remained in our set until some of the final shows we ever played.

“Such a cool band – the real thing.”

According to bassist Alan Davey (Hawkwind, Ace of Spades, Gunslinger) it was inevitable that the band would cover the song. “He said do it, she said do it, they wanted us to do it….so we did it..!! DO IT!!!!!!!”

Paul continues, “When I think of ‘Do It,” the first thing that jumped into my mind was The Pink Fairies playing this live to a huge crowd in Trafalgar Square, London. Very powerful. The song was a staple at all our gigs – especially the free ones – and I think it stands the test of time.”

Oh, it does more than that.  Live recordings from the early 70s, crowned by the version that highlights the 1971 Glastonbury Fayre album, and numerous latter-day revisitations all capture the sheer immediacy with which “Do It” walloped the audience, and this new version – banged out by the band’s current line-up of Paul, Alan and the mysterious One-Legged Pete on drums (“he once won an ass-kicking contest,” recalls Paul) – roars with exactly the same energy, a call to action that… as the guitarist continues… remains “so relevant today as it seems the world is bogged down in political correctness and bureaucracy. Everything seems to take forever.”  

When all we really need to do is… don’t think about it, don’t lie about it, just DO IT!

SINGLE: https://orcd.co/pinkfairies_doit

–CD/VINYL: https://cleorecs.com/search?q=pink+fairies+covered+in+pink
–DIGITAL: https://orcd.co/pinkfairies_coveredinpink

Track listing

  1. Garden Of My Mind
  2. Rosalyn
  3. Cracked Actor
  4. Baby’s On Fire
  5. Motorhead
  6. Communication Breakdown
  7. American Woman
  8. Right To Decide
  9. Milk And Alcohol
  10. The Loco-Motion
  11. Mississippi Queen
  12. Do It
  13. Dum Dum Bala Bala Bow Row…Yeah!!

AEON GODS to Release New Album “Reborn To Light” on February 20th

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Aeon Gods will release the new album “Reborn To Light” on February 20 through Scarlet Records.

With “Reborn To Light” Aeon Gods open a new chapter in their myth-driven metal universe, entering the radiant and shadowed realm of ancient Egypt.

The new songs blend power metal might with orchestral texture to create an immersive mythic experience, and the German band delivers a truly cinematic and dynamic work: fast and powerful anthems, dramatic battle hymns, dark atmospheric passages, symphonic grandeur, and a moment of calm emotional depth reminiscent of a ballad.

The concept follows the dramatic nightly descent of the sun-god Re into the underworld – alongside this central solar cycle, “Reborn To Light” incorporates other foundational Egyptian myths; these stories expand the album’s mythological scope and deepen its conceptual arc.

A cinematic journey of darkness, rebirth, and divine triumph elevating Aeon Gods’ signature blend of heavy riffs, grand choirs, and atmospheric depth!

artwork by Peter Sallai
  • second album for the German epic power metal sensation with a unique myth-driven identity, powerful storytelling and striking visual personas;
  • mixed and mastered by Simone Mularoni at Domination Studio (Wind Rose, Vision Divine, Twilight Force);
  • cover artwork by Peter Sallai (Sabaton, Feuerschwanz, Hammer King, Fellowship);

Aeon Gods will support Victorius on their April/May 2026 “Tour Of The Strong” (Germany, Austria, Switzerland);
FFO: Manowar, Sabaton, Gloryhammer, Wind Rose, Brothers Of Metal;

“Reborn To Light” tracklist:

1 Birth Of Light
2 Flames Of Ember Dawn
3 Barque Of Millions (Amduat pt. I)
4 The Sacred Union (Amduat pt. II)
5 Soldiers Of Re (Amduat pt. III)
6 Reborn To Light (Amduat pt. IV)
7 Feather Or Heart
8 Rebellion (Re’s Dying Reign pt. I)
9 Blood And Sand (Re’s Dying Reign pt. II)
10 Farewell (Re’s Dying Reign pt. III)

Total running time: 43:04

Aeon Gods:
Alex ʹSol’Ra-tuʹ Hunzinger – voice of the Gods (vocals)
Anja ʹSu’en -Chelʹ Hunzinger – harmony of the Gods (keyboards)
Robert ʹAbzu’Keanʹ Altenbach – power of the Gods (guitar)
Pat ʹUr’Athtarʹ Hesse – steel of the Gods (guitar)
Elias ʹIš’Taruʹ Knorr – thunder of the Gods (drums)

HOLLOW PEAK Release Second Single & Lyric Video ‘Labyrinth’ from Upcoming Album

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Norwegian melodic metal act HOLLOW PEAK unveil their second single and video “Labyrinth”, offering a deeper glimpse into the emotional and conceptual landscape of their upcoming debut album “Obsidian Cult”.

A poetic journey through inner unrest and personal revelation, “Labyrinth” explores the search for truth and meaning within the maze of the self. With its balance of mysterious ambience, powerful melodies, and soaring vocal performance, the song expands the album’s atmospheric dimension and showcases one of the band’s most introspective works to date.

Stream / Download the single: https://save-it.cc/massacre/labyrinth

The track follows the previously released single “Attack”, which introduced the heavier, more cinematic side of “Obsidian Cult”.

–Watch “Attack”: https://youtu.be/AFOND10D4iI
–Stream “Attack”: https://save-it.cc/massacre/attack

Before the album drops, fans will have the chance to hear new material live at a special Pre-Release Party on December 12th.

More info: https://www.facebook.com/events/s/hollow-peak-pre-release-live/3413678615436653/

Produced by Ragnhild Westgaard and Marius Karlsen, and mixed and mastered by Corey Bergeron, Obsidian Cult marks a bold evolution from the band’s 2023 self-released EP. The record presents a heavier, darker, and more refined sound — balancing atmosphere, melody, and strength in equal measure.

The album’s concept explores alienation in the digital age, inner battles, and personal renewal. From the reflective opener “From Ashes Rises a Crown” to the haunting title track “Obsidian Cult”, each song unfolds as part of a larger journey between chaos and clarity.

Obsidian Cult – Track listing

  1. From Ashes Rises a Crown
  2. Euphoria
  3. Labyrinth
  4. Unseen
  5. Ray of Light
  6. Liberation
  7. Attack
  8. Obsidian Cult
  9. Celest
  10. Town

HOLLOW PEAK rise as one of Norway’s most promising melodic metal acts: uniting emotion, atmosphere, and power in a striking first statement.

HOLLOW PEAK are
Ragnhild Westgaard – Vocals
Marius Karlsen – Drums
Vegard Frydenlund Ripsrud – Guitars
Henning Ramseth – Guitars
Stian Dalslåen – Bass

HOLLOW PEAK online
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091543082236
https://www.instagram.com/hollowpeakband

DISPYRIA to Release New Album “Redemption: Part I” on February 20th

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New heroes. New chapter. The saga continues.
With Scrumgrot, David Young, and the mystical Saephraenya, three new key figures enter the darkness of the Dispyria universe. Together with the Professor and the legendary Red Wolf, they are at the center of “Redemption I” – the first part of a new, dramatic two-parter.

The story begins where everything falls apart:
The battle between Josh Devon and Aelyrea has shaken the world. The R.E.D. virus disappears, but the open portal holds new nightmares. Scrumgrot awakens from the shadows – the first soul ripper, damned by Aelyrea’s last kiss. His goal: to destroy the balance of the worlds. But it’s not too late yet. Because Josh Devon, Katherine, and Marion Dust are also returning to face the unimaginable.

GUEST ARTISTS ON THE ALBUM
For Redemption I, mastermind Juergen Walzer was once again able to recruit top-class guest singers:
– Zak Stevens (Savatage)
– Carsten “Lizard” Schulz (Lazarus Dream)
– Rob Lundgren (Mentalist)
– Damiano Libianci
– Sabrina Roth
– Dennis Ohler (Dragonsfire)
– Carolina Padron (Tribus)

MUSICAL CONCEPT
When writing songs, Juergen Walzer places particular emphasis on the dynamics of the story. Redemption I takes up his own vision of melodic power metal—faceted, dramatic, and rousing.

Cover by Timo Wuerz!

Album PRE-ORDER: http://dispyria.epr.rocks
and presave the first single: https://save-it.cc/epr/master-of-mirrors

Tracklist:
01 – After Dawn
02 – I Am Nothing
03 – Master Of Mirrors
04 – The Revelation
05 – Father
06 – David’s Nightmare
07 – The First Of Its Kind
08 – Light Of A Dream
09 – Red Requiem
10 – Twisted World

Biography:

Juergen Walzer comes from Kaiserslautern and is a versatile media designer, multi-instrumentalist, songwriter, producer, and the creative mind behind DISPYRIA. His musical journey began in 1986 with the founding of the band Superior—inspired by greats such as Iron Maiden, Ayreon, and Savatage.

DISPYRIA was launched in 2012 and also marked a personal turning point: Suffering from severe depression, Juergen Walzer found an outlet for his inner pain in music and in the fictional story of Josh Devon. The first two albums in particular are closely interwoven with his own experiences – such as the ballad “Tears of an Angel,” which deals with the loss of a miscarriage.

Line-up:
Juergen Walzer – Guitars, Bass, Programming
Zak Stevens (Lead Vocals on 1, 4, 8)
Sabrina Roth (Lead Vocals on 1, 2)
Damiano Libianci (Lead Vocals on 2)
Carolina Padron (Lead Vocals on 3,6)
Carsten “Lizard” Schulz (Lead Vocals on 5, 10)
Rob Lundgren (Lead Vocals on 7)
Dennis Ohler (Lead Vocals on 9)
Sven Sommer (Fretless Bass) on 2
Markus Pfeffer (Leadguitars on 1, 4, 5, 7) Markus Teske (Synth-Lead on 10)

Release show: February 20, 2026 DISPYRIA – The Live Experience! Kammgarn Kaiserslautern

Discography DISPYRIA:
Dispyria – A Dream Therapy (2012, Self-Release)
Dispyria – The Journey to Aelyrea (2019, Self-Release)
Dispyria – The Story of Marion Dust (2023, El Puerto Records)

More Info: 
www.dispyria.com/
www.facebook.com/dispyria
ww.instagram.com/dispyria