This summer, Metalville is releasing reissues of two out-of-print albums by CHRIS CAFFERY.
Pins And Needles (out 26.06.)
Faces (out 30.07.)
“Pins and Needles” (originally released in 2007) marks an important milestone in the career of CHRIS CAFFERY and showcases the long-standing Savatage and Trans-Siberian Orchestra guitarist as an artist in his own right with a clear vision.
TRACK LISTING
01 – Pins and Needles 02 – 66 03 – Reach Out and Torment Again 04 – Walls 05 – Y.G.B.F.K.M. 06 – Chained 07 – Worms 08 – The Sign of the Crossed 09 – The Time 10 – Mettle Eastern 11 – In the Midst 12 – Quaaludio 13 – The Temple 14 – Once Upon a Time 15 – Pisses Me Off 16 – The Time (Alternate)
Originally released in 2004, ‘Faces’ reveals the personal side of CHRIS CAFFERY. Oscillating between heavy metal and emotional moments, the album explores inner conflicts and identity. A raw, honest work that remains one of his strongest solo releases to this day.
TRACK LISTING
01 – Alas 02 – Faces 03 – Fade into the X 04 – Pisses Me Off 05 – Remember 06 – The Fall 07 – Music Man 08 – Life Crazy Life!!! 09 – The Mold 10 – Bag O’ Bones 11 – Evil Is As Evil Does 12 – Never 13 – So Far Today 14 – Jealousy 15 – Preludio 16 – Abandoned
Chilean death metallers ROTTEN TOMB are now streaming their entire new album “Vestiges of Tortured Souls” in an exclusive premiere hosted by Death Metal Promotion, ahead of its official release on June 6th, 2026 via Nuclear Winter Records.
With “Vestiges of Tortured Souls”, ROTTEN TOMB take a significant step forward in their artistic development, delivering what is arguably their most accomplished and cohesive work to date. While remaining firmly rooted in the raw intensity and dark atmosphere that have characterized the band since its inception, the album reveals a more confident and deliberate songwriting approach, built around memorable structures and a stronger sense of identity.
Across its tracklist, each composition stands out through its own distinct character, allowing the record to maintain a compelling sense of variety without sacrificing cohesion. From relentless death metal aggression to darker and more atmospheric passages, “Vestiges of Tortured Souls” unfolds as a carefully crafted journey that highlights the band’s growing maturity as songwriters. The result is a powerful and distinctive statement that further solidifies ROTTEN TOMB’s position within the contemporary underground death metal scene.
Formed in 2016 in Iquique, ROTTEN TOMB have steadily risen as one of the most compelling acts within the South American extreme metal scene, blending death metal with doom-laden atmospheres and occult undertones. Following the strong impact of “Visions of a Dismal Fate” (2022) and the equally praised “The Relief of Death” (2024), the band now returns with their most ambitious and fully realized work to date.
“Vestiges of Tortured Souls” stands as one of the most anticipated death metal releases of the year. On this new record, ROTTEN TOMB refine their sonic identity without sacrificing intensity or authenticity. The riffs are sharper and more cohesive, while the melodies take on a more prominent role, painting soundscapes that feel more sorrowful and evocative than ever before.
Without losing any of the crushing heaviness and sense of decay that defined their earlier material, the band now delivers songs with an immediate and lasting impact. Each track strikes a balance between overwhelming force and carefully crafted lead guitar work, resulting in compositions that are both memorable and devastating.
The album channels the oppressive weight of the genre’s darkest pioneers alongside a deeply mournful and introspective atmosphere, while still maintaining a distinct and personal voice. This duality allows ROTTEN TOMB to push their sound forward, achieving a level of songwriting maturity that marks a clear evolution from their previous efforts.
“Vestiges of Tortured Souls” represents a major step forward for ROTTEN TOMB, solidifying their position at the forefront of Chile’s increasingly renowned extreme metal scene and extending their reach far beyond national borders.
For fans of: Incantation, early Paradise Lost, Krypts, Sonne Adam
Tracklist:
01. Horror Manifestations 02. Condemned Reality 03. Lost Memories 04. Waiting, Dying 05. Mortified 06. Mind of Chaos 07. Here Lies Death 08. Ancestral Preservation 09. Human Pyre
Line-up:
Deathbringer – Guitar, vocals C. – Guitar A. Prophaner – Drums Utukku – Bass
Today, WORMWOOD, one of Sweden’s most distinctive and internationally acclaimed metal bands, proudly announce their new EP ‘Å,’ a work that further cements the band’s position as one of the most innovative forces in modern extreme metal. The new EP arrives on August 7th via Sound Pollution.
The upcoming EP was mixed and mastered by acclaimed producer Sverker Widgren (Wing Studios, Stockholm), whose work highlights WORMWOOD’s ability to combine technical brilliance with raw emotional power. The result is a sound that is both refined and uncompromising – a journey through melodic intensity, atmospheric depth, and an artistic vision that continues to push boundaries.
Since their formation in Stockholm in 2014, WORMWOOD have developed a sound that is as unmistakable as it is atmospheric. With their characteristic fusion of extreme metal, Scandinavian melancholy, folk influences, and cinematic storytelling, the band has created a sonic landscape that both moves and mesmerizes. Their music effortlessly shifts between grand, epic scope and brutally grounded intensity – a balance few bands truly master.
With four full-length albums, one EP, a live release, and now the forthcoming ‘Å,’ WORMWOOD have built a catalog that continually evolves while deepening the band’s artistic identity. Their work has received widespread recognition: two nominations for “Rock/Metal of the Year” at P3 Guld, strong placements on the official Swedish charts, and recurring international praise from metal media around the world. WORMWOOD have also appeared on several global “Album of the Year” lists – a testament to their growing influence.
WORMWOOD’s reputation, however, is not confined to the studio. The band has toured extensively across Europe, performed at major festivals, and completed their own headline tours. Their audience continues to grow steadily, particularly in Germany, France, the Netherlands, the United Kingdom, and the United States, where their cinematic music videos and strong digital presence further enhance their visual and musical identity.
Today, WORMWOOD stands as one of the most forward-thinking and compelling bands in Swedish metal. With ‘Å,’ they take another step in their artistic evolution – one that promises to captivate both loyal fans and new listeners around the world.
Yesterday, June 3rd 2026 Europe released the hook-laden new single, ‘The Cult of Ignorance’, the second track unveiled from their highly anticipated forthcoming studio album, Come This Madness, set for release on September 25th via Silver Lining Music. Pre-orders are available now.
Driven by an instantly memorable hook and an anthemic chorus, ‘The Cult of Ignorance’ combines undeniable catchiness with a message that resonates in today’s fast-moving world, delivering moments of reflection without losing its positive, feel-good energy.
As well as featuring Europe, the accompanying star-studded video showcases cameos from high-profile friends of the band, including renowned actress Malin Åkerman, former World No. 1 and multiple Grand Slam champion tennis playerStefan Edberg, astronaut Christer Fuglesang, Howling Pelle (The Hives), Mikael Åkerfeldt and Fredrik Åkesson (Opeth) and E-Type, alongside many other notable personalities from the world of music, film, fashion, sports and science.
“I love this track! It’s a straightforward rock anthem with lyrics reflecting the times we live in, written slightly tongue in cheek” says Europe’s founding member and frontman Joey Tempest. “Mic (keyboards) came to me with this song idea while on tour in South America – I thought it was crazy good! We finished it together and it’s become a real banger! The title was inspired by a phrase coined by author and biochemist Isaac Asimov. It reflects some of the negative tendencies emerging in our world today, though it is written in a slightly light-hearted tone.”
Watch/Listen to ‘The Cult of Ignorance’ here – Video by Patric Ullaeus.
Europe’s new studio album Come This Madnesssignalsa powerful new chapter for one of rock’s most enduring acts. Across songs like ‘One on One’, ‘The Cult of Ignorance’, and the title track ‘Come This Madness’, the band channel tension, truth, and raw energy into a record that feels both deeply personal and globally resonant.
Watch and listen to Europe’s recently released and celebrated single, ‘One on One’, here. The song is accompanied by a cinematic video featuring acclaimed actor Peter Stormare (Fargo, The Big Lebowski, Minority Report, 8MM, Armageddon) and directed by Patric Ullaeus.
Come This Madness was recorded at RMV Studio, the Stockholm-based recording facility founded by Benny Andersson and Ludvig Andersson. The album features special guests Tobias Forge (Ghost) and Mikael Åkerfeldt (Opeth) on backing vocals and was produced by acclaimed producer Tom Dalgety (Ghost, Rammstein, Pixies, The Cult, Opeth), who became a true creative force throughout the process, deeply embedded in the band’s writing and recording, shaping the album’s sound from the ground up. To bring the project to its final stage and complete their vision, the band turned to one of rock’s most respected recording legends Mike Fraser (AC/DC, Van Halen, Metallica, The Cult, Loverboy) to mix the record.
With Come This Madness, Europe deliver a landmark record that finds them fully realised and present, confronting the realities of the modern world with conviction and creativity. Building on the momentum surrounding the album’s release, the band will also embark on an extensive run of live dates, including numerous festival appearances and a major tour to celebrate the 40th anniversary of The Final Countdown. Kicking off in Glasgow on September 30th, The Final Countdown 40th Anniversary Tour promises to unite the legacy that defined them with the renewed energy, driving them forward today. For a full list of dates and ticket information, please visit: www.europetheband.com
2026 Dates:
6 Jun – North Festival, Maia (PT) 21 Jun – Graspop Metal Meeting, Dessel (BE) 25 Jun – Rock Pod Kameňom Festival, Bela Nad Cirochou (SK) 28 Jun – Retro Trop C, Tilloloy (FR) 5 Jul – Summer Festival Piazza Castello, Marostica (IT) 7 Jul – Cavea-Auditorium Parco della Musica, Roma (IT) 8 Jul – Arena Campo Marte, Brescia (IT) 9 Jul – Villa Bertelli, Forte Dei Marmi (IT) 25 Jul – Son Do Mar Festival, Meaño, Pontevedra (ES) 30 Jul – Wacken Open Air, Wacken (DE) 29 Aug – Stonedead Festival, Newark (GB) 30 Sep – SEC Armadillo, Glasgow (GB)* 2 Oct – Civic Hall, Wolverhampton (GB)* 3 Oct – Eventim Apollo Hammersmith, London (GB)* 5 Oct – Musis Arnhem, Arnhem (NL)* 6 Oct – Olympia, Paris (FR)* 8 Oct – Poble Espanyol, Barcelona (ES)* 9 Oct – Bilbao Arena Mirabilla, Bilbao (ES)* 10 Oct – La Cubierta, Madrid (ES)* 12 Oct – Salle Métropole, Lausanne (CH)* 13 Oct – Volkshaus, Zürich (CH)* 14 Oct – Alcatraz, Milan (IT)* 16 Oct – Liederhalle, Stuttgart (DE)* 17 Oct – Gasometer, Wien (AT)* 19 Oct – Admiralspalast Theater, Berlin (DE)* 20 Oct – COS Torwar, Warszawa (PL)* 22 Oct – Falkoner, Frederiksberg (DK)* 23 Oct – Film Studios, Gothenburg (SE)* 24 Oct – B-K, Stockholm (SE)* 26 Oct – Sentrum Scene, Oslo (NO)* 15 Nov – Malta Metal Weekend, St. Julians (MT)* 21 Nov – Ostravar Aréna, Ostrava (CZ)* 25 Nov – Aalto Hall @House of Culture, Helsinki (FI)* 27 Nov – John Smith Rock Frozen Paviljonki, Jyväskylä (FI)* 28 Nov – Unholy Winter Festival Joensuu Areena, Joensuu (FI)*
*The Final Countdown 40th Anniversary Tour
Come This Madnessalbum artwork by Storm Studios (Pink Floyd, Led Zeppelin, and Muse).
Come This Madnesstrack listing:
One on One
The Cult of Ignorance
Come This Madness
This Time of Year
In a Different World
Scandinavian Eyes
Takin’ It Back
In the Absence of Grace
The Angels Must Have Flown
The Devil’s Back
Nothing Can Follow This
Come This Madness will be available on vinyl, CD and digital formats. Pre-orders can be placed here
EUROPE are: Joey Tempest – Lead Vocals John Norum – Guitars John Levén – Bass Mic Michaeli – Keyboards Ian Haugland – Drums
Veteran New Haven, Connecticut metal band Dead By Wednesday, featuring current and former members of Ellefson, Cro-Mags, and Tantric has officially signed with the newly revived iconic heavy metal label Combat Records and is set to unleash their devastating new single “Flesh” worldwide on all major streaming and digital platforms on Friday, June 5, 2026.
Today, the band has unveiled the music video for the single (see below).
After building major momentum during recent live performances, “Flesh” quickly became a fan favorite leading the band to prioritize the song as the first release from their upcoming new EP, due out in early 2027 via Combat Records / Mindsnap Music. The single will also appear on the official Milwaukee Metal Fest promotional compilation album.
In addition to the release, Dead By Wednesday has been announced as part of Milwaukee Metal Fest 2026, curated by Jamey Jasta of Hatebreed. The band will perform Sunday, June 7 at 4:45 PM on the BLK II BLK / Copycats Media Stage at The Rave Bar alongside an explosive lineup of heavy acts.
Guitarist Dave Sharpe shares, “This is probably one of our toughest songs to date but still captures the true essence of the old school DBW sound & heavy grooves that are known to be the foundation of the band.”
Robert Dujmusic (CEO Combat Records) adds,“Known for their relentless energy, crushing sound, and dedication to the Metal Scene, DEAD BY WEDNESDAY has built a powerful reputation worldwide trough YEARS of touring and amazing releases. We at Combat Records are totally excited to begin this new partnership and help bring the bands next chapter to an even bigger audience.”
“Flesh” was engineered and recorded by Jeff Weed, then mixed and mastered in Los Angeles by Ricky Bonazza bassist of Fear Factory and Butcher Babies.
“Huge love to my brothers in Dead By Wednesday — one of the hardest working bands out there, always grinding, always pushing, and doing it for the right reasons. It was an absolute pleasure mixing this new release, and I’ve got nothing but respect for these guys. A band I’ll always hold close to my heart, and I’m beyond stoked for everyone to finally hear this one,” says Ricky Bonazza.
The accompanying music video was filmed in New York City and directed by Grammy-nominated filmmaker Tom Flynn, known for his work with numerous legendary metal artists.
July 3 sees the release of one of the most anticipated live albums of the metal year, a full all-format release for Live From The Guild Theatre, recorded almost exactly one year earlier at the onstage launch of L.A. Guns’ most acclaimed album in years, the mighty Leopard Skin.
rockpit.net described Leopard Skin as “a hook-filled, melody-drenched delight—perfectly mixed and balanced from start to finish. If you’re a diehard rocker who still worships the ’80s glory days, this one’s for you. But don’t get it twisted: this isn’t some nostalgic retread. L.A. Guns aren’t stuck in the past—they’ve evolved naturally, delivering a record that feels fresh while staying true to their roots.”
Metal Planet Music said the Guns are “still churning out bangers”; and maximumvolumemusic applauded them for still having “a way of sounding filthy.” In fact, that review continued, “The best thing about L.A. Guns is how unapologetic they are, and ‘Hit and Run’ nails it. ‘We’re just having fun,’ sneers [vocalist Phil Lewis], as only he can.”
It nails it here, too, sliding in between “Hellraisers Ball” and “Like A Drug,” but Live From The Guild Theatre is explosive from start to finish, the Gunners firing off killer versions of fan favorites tracing as far back as the band’s debut album – “Sex Action,” for example, probably hasn’t featured in the repertoire since the eighties, but it’s alive and kickin’ here.
Sophomore set Cocked and Loaded, meanwhile, spits out some of the most powerful shotgun blasts in the band’s entire arsenal – “I Wanna Be Your Man,” The Ballad of Jayne,” “Rip and Tear” and the set-ender, “Never Enough.” And Leopard Skin gets both a triumphant airing and a delirious response.
In fact, longtime vocalist Phil Lewis and the man who put the Guns in both L.A. Guns and Guns N’ Roses, Tracii Guns, have never sounded better – quite an achievement for a band that’s been tearing up the stages of the world since 1983! Ace Von Johnson (guitar), Johnny Martin (bass) and Shawn Duncan (drums) complete the line-up.
The first single from the album, “Electric Gypsy,” is another from the self-titled debut, and it sounds as fresh now as it did way back then… drop it into your streaming playlist and it won’t simply wake up the neighbors, it’ll have them hammering on your door, demanding to know what you’re listening to.
Yes, you’ll tell them it’s L.A. Guns – who else could it be? But you can also tell them that it’s not only coming out on CD and vinyl, but there’s a DVD and a cassette as well.
DISC 1 1. Intro – Taste It 2. Cannonball 3. Electric Gypsy 4. Sex Action 5. Hellraisers Ball 6. Hit and Run 7. Like a Drug 8. Speed 9. One More Reason 10. Theremin Jam 11. Over the Edge 12. Guitar Solo 13. I Wanna Be Your Man 14. Lucky Motherfucker 15. Never Enough 16. The Ballad of Jayne 17. Rip and Tear
THE ROCK ALCHEMIST – Italian Rock Band from Turin with a strong sonic identity that blends modern rock with progressive, hard, alternative, and pop elements!
Kimmo Kuusniemi’s SARCOFAGUS return with a Historic 2010 Concert Video Premiere on YouTube! Click image to watch the video
