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WRAITH KNIGHT Announces New Full-Length “Of Arcane Magic & Forbidden Knowledge: The Necromantical Passage” + Reveals Haunting First Single ‘Decrepit Wings & Rotting Bones – The Dracolich’

Posted by tarjavirmakari on March 27, 2026
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Enigmatic dungeon synth entity WRAITH KNIGHT will be releasing a haunting new full length, ‘Of Arcane Magic & Forbidden Knowledge: The Necromantical Passage,’ on April 2 via Out Of Season (USA) and Neuropa Records (Belgium)! To celebrate the impending release, WRAITH KNIGHT is now sharing the first single from the offering, “Decrepit Wings & Rotting Bones – The Dracolich,” which can now be heard at THIS LOCATION.

WRAITH KNIGHT comments, “The new single represents the mystery and magic of ancient and otherworldly realms that only we can dream of.”

The album can be pre-ordered now in CD format via BANDCAMP or via OUT OF SEASON in the U.S. or via NEUROPA for EU. Cassette and vinyl orders will be available in April.

Additionally, WRAITH KNIGHT will be touring North America in support of MORTIIS + UADA along with Jerome Reuter’s ROME on the upcoming ‘Witches of Dystopia’ tour! MORTIIS. MORTIIS shall be performing songs from his groundbreaking 2001 full-length, ‘The Smell Of Rain,’ along with other volumes of dystopian despair, while UADA will be performing their seminal 2016 debut album ‘Devoid of Light’ in its entirety + a special CERMONIAL CASTINGS 30-year anniversary set featuring WRAITH KNIGHT. The full itinerary can be found below while tickets are available HERE.

The album cover art was created by Kris Verwimp and can be found below along with the tracklisting.

Tracklist:
1- A Kingdom Is Not Enough (8:30)
2- Rite of Ascension – The Ceremony of Endless Night (4:50)
3- Of Arcane Magic & Forbidden Knowledge (7:32)
4- Eons Beyond Mortal Destruction (1:20)
5- Decrepit Wings & Rotting Bones – The Dracolich (7:56) [LISTEN]
6- Only Through The Eyes of Undeath (9:16)
7- Even Death May Die (3:50)

THE WITCHES OF DYSTOPIA TOUR MMXXVI
(UADA + MORTIIS w/ Jerome Reuter’s ROME + WRAITH KNIGHT):

04/10/26: Portland, OR @ Dante’s
04/11/26: Vancouver, BC @ Rickshaw
04/13/26: Calgary, AB @ Dickens
04/14/26: Edmonton, AB @ Starlite
04/16/26: Winnipeg, MB @ Sidestage
04/17/26: Minneapolis, MN @ Skyway at Studio B
04/18/26: Madison, WI @ Annex
04/19/26: Chicago, IL @ Reggies
04/20/26: Detroit, MI @ Sanctuary
04/21/26: Indianapolis, IN @ Black Circle
04/22/26: Covington, KY @ Madison Live
04/23/26: Pittsburgh, PA @ Preserving Underground
04/24/26: Toronto, ON @ Lee’s Palace
04/25/26: Montreal, QC @ Cafe Campus
04/26/26: Quebec City, QC @ La Source
04/27/26: Boston, MA @ Brighton Music Hall
04/28/26: Brooklyn, NY @ Meadows
04/29/26: Bensalem, PA @ Broken Goblet
04/30/26: Baltimore, MD @ Metro
05/01/26: Raleigh, NC @ Chapel Of Bones
05/02/26: Atlanta, GA @ 529 EAV
05/03/26: Orlando, FL @ Conduit
05/05/26: Houston, TX @ Warehouse Live
05/06/26: Austin, TX @ Come And Take It Live
05/07/26: Dallas, TX @ Club Dada
05/08/26: Albuquerque, NM @ Launchpad
05/09/26: Denver, CO @ HQ
05/10/26: Salt Lake City, UT @ Urban Lounge
05/11/26: Las Vegas, NV @ Swan Dive
05/12/26: San Diego, CA @ Brick By Brick
05/13/26: Los Angeles, CA @ The Echo
05/14/26: San Jose, CA @ The Ritz
05/15/26: Eugene, OR @ John Henry’s
05/16/26: Seattle, WA @ El Corazon

Get the tickets here: https://tix.to/witchesofdystopia26

WRAITH KNIGHT is an epic dungeon synth/ambient fantasy musical project that is masterminded by OldNick/Nick Superchi (Ceremonial Castings, Mysticism Black, The Great Sorcerer, etc.).

Formed in 2022 with the debut release ‘Deep in the Dungeons of the Dragonlord,’ Wraith Knight is known for a heroic, epic high fantasy style that is reminiscent of Frazetta, Tolkien & Robert E. Howard stories.

Lineup:
Nick “OldNick” Superchi

For fans of: Summoning, Mortiis, & Tangerine Dream

Cover Artist: Kris Verwimp
Mixed & Mastered by Nick Superchi

Links: BANDCAMP – FACEBOOK – INSTAGRAM – APPLE MUSIC – SPOTIFY

DAEDRIC Trades in Brutality for Vulnerability in Acoustic Cover of ‘Iridescent Wings’

Posted by tarjavirmakari on March 27, 2026
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On the heels of their sophomore album As The Light Left, Daedric has released “Iridescent Wings” (Acoustic), out now via FiXT.

“Iridescent Wings” (Acoustic) the first single off the new Reborn EP, which will feature select songs from the recent LP As the Light Left. Initially described as “Daedric doesn’t really do “emo”, but if we did, this would be our emo song,” their latest release “Iridescent Wings” rises anew reborn from the ashes in a bare, confessional form, shedding it’s ferocity to reveal a more vulnerable side of the band.

The track highlights Daedric‘s remarkable sonic range, with Krystin Hope’s haunting vocals intertwining with gentle acoustic guitar chords, while producer Geoff Rockwell lends subtle backing vocals. The result is an intimate, stripped-down piece that trades intensity in favor of simple raw emotional clarity.
“When the possibility of doing acoustic versions came up, this one was a natural fit and was the first idea we had. That doesn’t mean it was easy. Getting the energy and emotion right took some real effort, but we ended up with something we think is a great addition to the Daedric canon.”

Purchase/Stream: https://link.fixtmusic.com/IridescentWings_Acoustic

Born during the autumn of 2020 and launched in 2021, Daedric immediately resonated with fans in the modern metal world. Featuring vocalist/writer/artist Kristyn Hope working alongside producer Geoff Rockwell, Daedric crafts its signature sound by mining elements from every corner of the heavy music spectrum and combining them with soaring, emotive vocals and modern electronic production.

The project’s name draws inspiration from the open world role-playing games, The Elder Scrolls, which provided the entire theme for Daedric’s fist album Mortal, that was released by FiXT in 2023 with critical acclaim. The follow-up effort, As the Light Left, was released in 2025 amidst the band’s first full North American tour, supporting Danish-Swedish metal act, Vola, with a second North American tour following shortly after in February of 2026.

Daedric has collaborated with labelmates Celldweller, Fight The Fade, Andromida, Void Chapter, and Highsociety for a gamut of well received singles that have also pulled in more fans from across the world. After dropping a variety of singles, music videos, and collaborations Daedric has amassed nearly 500K followers across all platforms, scored interviews in Outburn’s issue #112, mentions on Louder Sound, Punk Rocker, Metal Hammer, Metal Injection Spotify’s official “Women Of Metal” playlist, and recognition from Cristina of Lacuna Coil in a Spotify Women of Metal roundtable discussion between Lacuna Coil, Spiritbox, and Halestorm. They’ve also gained notoriety as Daedric’s track “Abandon,” a collaborative effort with Andromida, found its way into the spotlight when Ubisoft chose it for inclusion in a promotional trailer for Rainbow Six Siege. With a European tour ahead and new music in the works, 2026 looks to be another big year for Daedric.

Daedric Online:
https://www.facebook.com/daedricofficial
https://www.instagram.com/accounts/login/?next=/daedricofficial/
https://x.com/daedricofficial
SPOTIFY
https://www.youtube.com/channel/ucgowy_nbocxcsxjoeuqn-oq
https://www.daedricofficial.com/

Chris Poland’s NUCLEAR MESSIAH to Release New Album ‘Black Flame’ on 24th April

Posted by tarjavirmakari on March 27, 2026
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In an unprecedented gathering of rock and metal royalty, Cleopatra Records proudly announces the April 24 release of ‘Black Flame’, Nuclear Messiah’s thunderous, all-star concept album.

Built around the visionary guitar mastery of Chris Poland, the legendary former Megadeth guitarist whose emotive phrasing and fusion-driven technique helped redefine modern metal, ‘Black Flame’ is a sonic prophecy uniting 36 of the most iconic musicians in rock and metal history across five decades.

Produced by Cleopatra founder Brian Perera, Derek Hughes, and Jürgen Engler, with A&R direction by long-term Cleopatra Records consultant John Lappen, Nuclear Messiah stands as both resurrection and revelation — a celebration of musicianship, legacy, and unrelenting fire.

Keeping the momentum going at a fierce pace as we roll towards the release of the full album, this new single ‘For Mad Men Only’ brings everything you’d expect from this stunning band, and more!
As for the album itself, “This record has so many metal icons playing on it,” he continues. “It’s really a must for any metal head’s record collection.”

He’s not wrong, either.  Blazing out from William Shatner’s commanding spoken introduction, a staggering lineup represents every era of heavy music, from Vanilla Fudge to the Kings of Thrash, via Guns N’ Roses, Uriah Heep, Whitesnake, Black Sabbath, UFO, Rainbow, Ozzy Osbourne, Alice Cooper, Judas Priest, Deep Purple, Yngwie Malmsteen, Thor, Testament, Night Ranger, the Michael Schenker Group, Yes and more.

Eye-opening covers, too, will be ripping open your ears – Lucifer’s Friend, May Blitz, NWOBHM heroes Holocaust and the immortal Uriah Heep (a killer take on “Look At Yourself”); and, while the remainder of the album is all new material, each song composed by the line-up that performs on it, reflecting, too, upon the history of hard rock, prog and metal – a living timeline of rock and metal, from the pioneers of the past to the trailblazers of today.

It’s more than a collaboration. It’s a metal summit, the multi-generational union of the artists who shaped the evolution of heavy music itself.

SINGLE: https://orcd.co/nuclearmessiah_electricburn 

  • CD/VINYL: https://cleorecs.com/search?q=nuclear+messiah+black+flame
  • DIGITAL: https://orcd.co/nuclearmessiah_blackflamealbum

Track listing:
1. The Prophet Of Fallout feat. Chris Poland & William Shatner
2. Devil Won’t Let Go feat. Chris Poland, Ronnie Romero, Vinnie Moore, Vinny Appice, Don Airey, Steve Di Giorgio
3. Death Or Glory feat. Chris Poland, Thor, Bob Daisley, Glen Drover, Fred Aching
4. Ride The Sky feat. Chris Poland, Arthur Brown, Vinny Appice, Alan Davey
5. Dice And Thunder feat. Chris Poland, Rick Wakeman, Ronnie Romero, Bumblefoot, Steve Di Giorgio, Fred Aching
6. For Mad Men Only feat. Chris Poland, Pat Travers, Joe Lynn Turner, Alan Davey, Shawn Drover
7. Nuclear Messiah feat. Chris Poland, Lance Lopez, Greg Walker, Tim “Ripper” Owens, Vinny Appice, Don Airey
8. Look At Yourself feat. Chris Poland, Sebastian Bach, Derek Sherinian, Bob Daisley, Mick Box, Carmine Appice
9. She’s So Evil feat. Chris Poland, Joel Hoekstra, David Ellefson, Don Airey, Andrew Freeman, Simon Wright
10. Black Flame feat. Chris Poland, Ronnie Romero, Jonathan Cain, Phil Soussan, Glen Drover, Chris Adler
11. Electric Burn feat. Chris Poland, Marty Friedman, Joe Bouchard, Marc Lopes, Chris Adler

https://www.nuclearmessiah.com/
https://cleorecs.com/

Hardcore Torchbearers PRO-PAIN Drop Second Single + Video ‘March Of The Giants’

Posted by tarjavirmakari on March 27, 2026
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[Photo Credit: Pro-Pain]

Hardcore torchbearers PRO-PAIN share “March Of The Giants”, the second single off their long-awaited album Stone Cold Anger, out May 15, 2026 via Napalm Records. With their first album in 11 years, the New York legends—rising alongside Madball, Agnostic Front, and Sick Of It All—prove that they stayed on top of their heavy game throughout the years. “March Of The Giants” is David vs. Goliath—the pursuit of triumph over fear. With it, PRO-PAIN capture a story present throughout history: the oppressed versus the oppressors, a plutocratic class keeping a tight grip on everyone else. With added elements of oligarchy and technocracy, the scale of what the ordinary person is up against becomes even clearer. The impressive “March Of The Giants” shows PRO-PAIN continuously stoking up the fires in politically dark times, kicking down doors 35 years into their career.
 
The video for the new song was filmed in Belgium—specifically in Mons and Charleroi—and directed by Ludo Colapietro for COLAFILMSTUDIOS.

Gary Meskil about “March Of The Giants”:
“The second single from our upcoming album, Stone Cold Anger, is ‘March Of The Giants’—a song about standing tall and moving forward together to challenge oppressive forces and create real change. It was the first track completed for the new album, written with assistance from Eric Klinger and our former guitarist, Matt Sheridan.”
 
Rhythm guitarist Eric Klinger adds:
“We are thrilled that our previous single was so well received, and we hope you equally enjoy this one. Thank you all for the overwhelming support!”

Legendary New York hardcore juggernauts PRO-PAIN make their debut on Napalm Records with their sixteenth studio album, Stone Cold Anger, out on May 15, 2026. Their first release in eleven years showcases the band’s explosive energy in its purest form: Stone Cold Anger unfolds heavy, angry, and ready as ever—proving PRO-PAIN haven’t lost even an ounce of strength. An exceptionally catchy offering, the new album fortifies its groovy melodies and stirring guitar riffs with furious and inciting, anthemic vocals, turning the ten new songs into worthy follow-ups to their 3.5M-stream hit “Voice Of Rebellion” (2015).

Stone Cold Anger is an enthralling, memorable, and triumphant milestone for PRO-PAIN, and an impressive demonstration of power. See you in the pit!

Gary Meskil about Stone Cold Anger:
“Thank you to our fans worldwide for 35 years of unwavering support. After a decade away from the recording studio, we return with Stone Cold Anger—an album forged from global tension and the rising demand for accountability.”

Order your copy of Stone Cold Anger NOW

The highly anticipated new album (which features the return of former guitarist Eric Klinger) opens up with the punishing “Oceans Of Blood”, an energetic and captivating track which confirms once again that the hardcore icons have not lost one bit of their relentless anger in the last 35 years. The title track abruptly commences with soaring melodic guitars acting as sirens around frontman and bassist Gary Meskil’s commanding barks. Aptly named “March Of The Giants” is just that, a show of brute force layered upon an ever-so-heavy groove-laden foundation. “Uncle Sam Wants You!” displays a more rock ’n’ roll attitude, complete with a driving bass line and distinct social commentary; the raw and honest vibe continues throughout “Demonic Intervention” and “Rinse & Repeat”. Meskil’s raspy shouts fill the melodies of “Hell Or High Water” before PRO-PAIN forge onward and into the anthemic “Scorched Earth”—fiercely belting “And so it begins…” The following track, “Jonestown Punch”, galvanizes with stirring, up-tempo two-steps before “Sky’s The Limit” rounds off the album with catchy sing-along choruses.

Stone Cold Anger tracklisting:

  1. Oceans Of Blood
  2. Stone Cold Anger
  3. March Of The Giants
  4. Uncle Sam Wants You!
  5. Demonic Intervention
  6. Rinse & Repeat
  7. Hell or High Water
  8. Scorched Earth
  9. Jonestown Punch
  10. Sky’s the Limit

PRO-PAIN LIVE 2026
13.05.2026 DE – Essen / Turock
14.05.2026 DE – Osnabrück / Bastard Club
15.05.2026 NL – Alkmaar / HAL25 Herrie Festival
16.05.2026 BE – Halle / Skallyfest
22.05.2026 DE – Loburg / Wir Leben Laut Festival
23.05.2026 BE – Malle / Kemphe Onderstroom
05.06.2026 NL – Emmen / Pitfest
06.06.2026 NL – Tilburg / Little Devil
12.06.2026 DE – Leipzig / Red Bull Arena
13.06.2026 DE – Leipzig / Red Bull Arena
14.06.2026 DE – Kassel / Goldgrube
19.06.2026 DE – Fehrbellin / Protzen Open Air Festival
20.06.2026 DE – Lubeck /Riders Cafe
26.06.2026 PL – Szczecin / Hells Bells Festival
27.06.2026 SE – Avesta / Krylbomangel Festival
02.07.2026 CZ – Trutnov / Obscene Extreme Festival
03.07.2026 DE – Frankfurt / Deutsche Bank Park
04.07.2026 DE – Frankfurt / Deutsche Bank Park
10.07.2026 DE – Cologne / MTC-Club
11.07.2026 DE – Gelsenkirchen / Veltins Arena Adenauer Allee
16.07.2026 DE – Nottertal-Heilinger Hohen / G.O.N.D. Festival
17.07.2026 DE – Marienberg / Rock Auf Dem Berg Festival
18.07.2026 DE – Marburg / KFZ Marburg
24.07.2026 DE – Munich / Free & Easy Festival
25.07.2026 CZ – Olomouc / Pod Parou Festival
21.08.2026 DE – Schmelz / Heartcore Island Open Air Festival
22.08.2026 DE – Freiburg / Crash
29.08.2026 DE – Wallesau / Wallesau Ist Blau Festival
14.11.2026 NL – Eindhoven / Helldorado Festival
21.11.2026 NL – Eindhoven / Revolution Calling Festival

PRO-PAIN is:
Gary Meskil – Bass, Vocals
Jonas Sanders – Drums
Greg Discenza – Lead Guitar
Eric Klinger – Rhythm Guitar
 
PRO-PAIN online:
FACEBOOK
INSTAGRAM
WEBSITE
NAPALM RECORDS

VARG Release New Live-Single ‘Morgenrot’ with Video

Posted by tarjavirmakari on March 27, 2026
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[Photo credit: Karsten Brand]

VARG invite their fans to another ritual with the second single off of their upcoming live album, Live at Wolfszeit Festival 2024, out May 22, 2026 via Napalm Records. With “Morgenrot”, the pagan metal band presents a duet between growler Freki and singer Fylgja, showcasing their ability to skillfully blend brutal sounds with epic melodies. During the show at their very own festival, which the album captures, the song (originally released in 2023 on Ewige Wacht) naturally shone in awe-inspiring red—as seen in the rousing video for the single.
 
VARG about “Morgenrot”:
“‘Morgenrot’ tells the story of the moment after a great battle—when the smoke clears and the first rays of the rising sun fall on the battle field. In our imagination, the Valkyries then ride across the skies and lead the bravest warriors to Valhalla. This mix of dignity, myth, and epic grandeur make this song special for us—and live at Wolfszeit Festival, this atmosphere unfolded perfectly.”

VARG gather their followers around them and call for a joint ritual: on May 22, 2026, the pagan metal band will share the recording of a special evening with their first live album, Live at Wolfszeit Festival 2024. Recorded at the group’s very own festival, it contains thrilling live versions of 16 tracks. Live at Wolfszeit Festival 2024 invites you to be part of the home match both as an audio and a video recording in Blu-ray format—filmed with 13 cameras, which makes for a particularly well-rounded live experience.
 
Supported by their home environment, VARG keep the flame alive and cement their leading position in the German pagan scene with Live at Wolfszeit Festival 2024. A unique demonstration of power by a band at the peak of their creative powers—at least until VARG call for the next Wolfszeit coming in August…
 
VARG on Live at Wolfszeit Festival 2024:
“With Live at Wolfszeit Festival 2024, we are immortalizing one of the most intense moments in our band’s history. Fire, thunderous choirs, and pure emotions merge into an atmosphere that sweeps everything away. This album is the gateway to the innermost circle of the wolf pack—and the answer to a question we always ask together: Are you with us? We are with you!”

Get Your Copy of Live at Wolfszeit Festival 2024 NOW

On their new album, VARG conduct a campaign through their discography. It begins with “Aufzug der Heere” and “Schildfront”, which were first released in 2008 on the split EP Schildfront with Minas Morgul, and leads to “Ewige Wacht”, the title track of their latest album which was released in 2023 and is their biggest chart success to date. The visually stunning atmosphere of the evening flares up in a fiery production, impressively directed by frontman Freki. Light installations pierce the darkness and amplify the ritualistic power of the show. VARG remain “Immer Treu” (engl: Always Faithful; Ewige Wacht, 2023) to their fans, who respond with enthusiastic cheers—the band’s energetic songs and devoted performance make this particularly rousing. The crystal-clear production of the live spectacle is also reflected in “Morgenrot” on which Freki’s growls and singer Fylgja harmonize particularly beautifully—the latter is also honored with the rare live gem “Fylgja” (both also Ewige Wacht, 2023). “Blutaar”, the title track of the German band’s second album released in 2010, on the other hand, strikes a harder tone, bathed in deep red light. After the ominous thematic classification, the frontman screams his head off in his usual brutal manner, fueled by drums and cheers, and spreads his wings in a similarly intimidating manner as in the Viking custom he sings about—albeit less bloody. Furthermore, the fans join VARG for “Schwertzeit” (engl. Sword Time) and “Jagd” (engl. Hunt), and declare: “Wir sind die Wölfe” (engl. We Are The Wolves) (all Wolfskult, 2011).

Live at Wolfszeit Festival 2024 tracklisting:

  1. Aufzug der Heere
  2. Schildfront
  3. Immer Treu
  4. Schildmaid
  5. Schwertzeit
  6. Morgenrot
  7. Zeichen
  8. Blutaar
  9. Eisenseite
  10. Viel Feind, viel Ehr
  11. Fylgja
  12. Jagd
  13. Wir sind die Wölfe
  14. Rán
  15. Fara til Ranár
  16. Ewige Wacht

VARG Live 2026
 
Festivals
24.–26.04.26 DE – Burg Lichtenberg / Hexentanz Festival
01.05.26 DE – Hildburghausen / Rock am Deich
05.06.26 DE – Loxstedt / The Rock House Open Air
20.06.26 DE – Bärenstein / Mittsommernächte Bärenstein
05.07.26 FR – Janzé / Ar’Vran Fest
15.–18.07.26 DE – Nottertal-Heilinger Höhen / G.O.N.D.
20.–21.08.26 DE – Eisfeld / Wolfszeit Festival
 
Shows
18.12.26 DE – Leipzig / VARGFEST 2026

VARG are:
Freki – vocals
Fylgja – vocals
Morkai – guitar
Ulvar – guitar
Rohgarr – drums
 
VARG online:
WEBSITE
FACEBOOK
INSTAGRAM
TIKTOK
NAPALM RECORDS

Exclusive Premiere for Finland: KISSING KAOS – ‘Hay Sugar’ Official Video

Posted by tarjavirmakari on March 27, 2026
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With their explosive new single and video “Hey Sugar”, KISSING KAOS deliver the track that ignited the spark behind the band’s upcoming album. Packed with towering guitar riffs, infectious melodic hooks and an undeniable swagger, the song captures the raw energy and attitude that define the band’s sound.

“Hey Sugar” dives headfirst into a story of reckless desire and the chaotic passion that follows in its wake: a wild ride where temptation, adrenaline and danger collide. Equal parts seductive and explosive, the track perfectly sets the tone for the debut album “To Your Limit”, blending hard-hitting rock power with irresistibly catchy melodies.

Bold, electrifying and impossible to ignore, “Hey Sugar” marks the moment where everything truly began for Kissing Kaos – and it’s only the start.

Join the premiering here:

What do you get when you combine punk rock influences with heavy melodic rock? Kissing Kaos is born and is set to release their debut album “To Your Limit” via Mighty Music. The album was produced by Andy Reilly (UFO, Bruce Dickinson, Cradle of Filth) at Muse Productions in Atlanta, GA. “Our debut album, born from seeds planted in 2022 and fully realized in late 2024, began as raw punk energy but evolved into melodic hard rock under the guidance of producer Andy Reilly”, states singer Joe Flynt. “This sonic shift demanded fresh songs to match the polished, expansive production, creating a dynamic journey from upbeat anthems like “Hey Sugar” to heavy hitters like “Tear It Down” and heartfelt ballads such as “Heartache and Scars.” Every track features infectious, sing-along choruses that invite listeners to join the ride that will take you “To Your Limit””.

After parting ways with his former band Asphalt Valentine, singer Joe Flynt began crafting heavier and more powerful songs. Drawing from a wide range of influences, Joe wanted to write songs that were melodic, full of energy and that could bridge the gap between old and new school bands. He quickly recruited Asphalt Valentine drummer Brian Jung after Brian heard the new material. Guitarist Jon Lansburg was recommended by producer Andy Reilly because of his broad musical influences, stage experience and technical abilities. Rounding out the lineup is bassist Chris Taylor of the band Kickin Valentina. Initially, Chris was just going to help with a couple music videos but loved the music so much, he ended up joining the band, co-writing a few songs and playing on the rest of the album.

With gritty riffs, pounding bass and drums, and anthemic choruses, Kissing Kaos delivers chaos you can’t resist singing along to.

“To Your Limit” will be released on LP (green teal opaque vinyl, limited to 300 copies), digipack CD and digital formats on 01.05.2026, via Mighty Music.

Lineup:
Joe Flynt – vocals
Brian Jung – drums
Jon Lansburg – guitars
Chris Taylor – bass

Single pre-save link: https://bfan.link/kkaos-ykids
Webshop: https://bfan.link/kk-heys

Web:
https://www.facebook.com/kissingkaosband
https://www.instagram.com/kissingkaosband/
https://kissingkaos.bandcamp.com/
https://open.spotify.com/intl-pt/artist/4CEevUHco2zEZ8xB1D5nQp
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCp9tnoLpmGT8p4DKlaAvvEA
https://music.apple.com/us/artist/kissing-kaos/1875466809

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