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MADBALL Return with New Album “Not Your Kingdom” + Release Video for Single ‘Rebel Kids’

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NYHC kings Madball remain one of the few legacy acts capable of seamlessly bridging the gap between the old-school era and the modern heavy music landscape. To say hardcore is in the band’s DNA is an understatement—it is their lifeblood. On their tenth studio album, Not Your Kingdom which will be released on July 24th via Nuclear Blast, the band delivers their trademark tales of survival, but with a deeper, more introspective edge. The lyrics offer a raw look into Freddy Cricien’s perspective on the current state of the world and the human condition, marking their most personal release to date.

The first glimpse into the album arrives with ‘Rebel Kids.’ An anthemic track at its core, it leans into the band’s classic groove and unrelenting energy while striking a chord with the new generation of hardcore fans. The accompanying music video was co-directed by Freddy Cricien and Dave Causa, with Causa also handling filming and editing duties.

MADBALL‘s Freddy Cricien comments, “Funny enough, Rebel Kids was the first track written for this album and actually was completely put together probably 2 years ago … or so. The sentiment, vibe and message of the song really became the catalyst for what came after. We all loved the song immediately but I couldn’t have known it would be the first single. We have several songs that we feel could be first “out of the gate”. But in the end Rebel Kids made the most sense musically, lyrically etc. We look forward to releasing this song and album. It’s a special one for us and we’re hoping the rest of the world feels the same once they hear it!”

Stream ‘Rebel Kids’: https://madball.bfan.link/rebel-kids

Pre-order/pre-save Not Your Kingdom: https://madball.bfan.link/not-your-kingdom

MADBALL
Not Your Kingdom
Release Date: July 24th 2026

01. Tethered
02. Flammable
03. Rebelude
04. Rebel Kids
05. Don’t MisStep
06. What Say You
07. Stab Wounds
08. Sunrise
09. Life’s a Mural
10. Family First
11. Clockwork
12. IWI
13. The Ride
14. Chase a Dream

Not Your Kindgom is available for pre-order in the following formats:

CD Jewel
Vinyl
- Blue and White Propellor (NB MO LP exclusive (EU/US))
- Blue Transparent (Retail US/EU)
- Black & Opaque Skyblue (Coretex EU Exclusive)
- Oxblood Opaque & Opaque Sky Blue (Revolver US Exclusive)
Not Your Kindgom Cover Art T-Shirt

Not Your Kingdom was tracked at The Boneyard Studios in Nashville, TN, with additional interludes recorded by Jeff “Stress” Davis and Chuck Treece at Chop Shop Studios. The album was produced and engineered by the team of Andrew Baylis, Aiden Thompson, and Grady Saxman, with final mixing and mastering handled by Lee Rouse. The striking cover art features photography by the legendary Cornell Capa, courtesy of Magnum Photos and the Cornell Capa Estate.

WORLDWIDE DATES
07.05. FR Saint Nolff @ Plein Air
22.05. US Brooklyn, NY @ BNB Bowl (The Brooklyn Monarch)
29.05. MX Monterrey, Nuevo Leon @ Venue867
30.05. MX Guadalajara @ Foro Boletomovil
31.05. MX Mexico City @ El Foro 1869

EUROPEAN DATES
18.06. DE Potsdam @ Waschhaus Potsdam gGmbH – Arena
19.06. PO Zdunska Wola @ Alternative Day
20.06. PO Chojnice @ Intertony Festical
21.06. DE Rostock @ Peter-Weiss-Haus
22.06. PO Poznan @ Klub B17
23.06. DE Schneverdingen @ Alte Schlachterei
24.06. DE Leer (Ostfriesland) @ Zollhaus Gastro
25.06. NL Ysselsteyn @ Jera On Air
26.06. FR Rouen @ Furn Defendu
27.06. FR Rennes @ Superbowl of Hardcore
25.07. DE Badbergen @ Pistole HC Food
26.07. DE Hünxe @ Ruhrpott Rodeo
26.07. DE Insming @ MozHelll Open Air
27.07. DE Karlsruhe @ Alte Hackerei
28.07. DE Cologne @ Gebäude 9
29.07. DE Kaseel @ Goldgrube
30.07. DE Löbnitz @ Full Rewind
31.07. CH Gränichen @ Open Air
01.08. FR St. Maurice de Gourdans @ Sylak

NORTH AMERICAN DATES
21-22.08. CA Montreal, QC @ Vans Warped Tour Montreal(Parc Jean Drapeau)
19.09. US Louisville, KY @ Louder Than Life (Kentucky Expo Center)

Decades in, MADBALL remains the gold standard of New York Hardcore—proving they are not just survivors, but masters of the craft. Their live performances are a masterclass in controlled chaos, dripping with a ferocity and raw integrity that most bands can only hope to emulate. They’ve stayed sincere, stayed dangerous, and stayed at the top. Ain’t nothing changed.

MADBALL is:
Vocals | Freddy Cricien
Guitar | Mike Gurnari
Drums | Mike Justian
Bass | Paul Delaney

Stream MADBALL:
Apple Music | Spotify

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KINGDOM COLLAPSE Announce New Album “Survivor” with Video for Title Track

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Kingdom Collapse create the soundtrack to survival. The San Antonio, TX hard rock band alchemizes unfathomable tragedy, trauma, and loss into massive and magnetic anthems powered by pummeling instrumentation and arena-size hooks that remind you to never give up.

Today, the band is thrilled to announce its new album Survivor, which arrives October 30 via Mascot Records. Pre-save it here.

The band also shared the video for the impactful and anthemic title track. Watch it here.

“I wrote ‘Survivor’ while looking back at times of struggle and loss in my life,” states singer Jonathan Norris. “I realized that those experiences made me who I am today. We want our fans to know that whatever life puts in your path, you can overcome.”

Bassist Aaron Smith shares, “‘Survivor’ is an anthem for all of humanity. Whether it’s big or small, we all have challenges in our lives. Optimism is the key for getting through the storms that life brings our way. With a positive mindset and a fighting mentality, we can all be ‘Survivors.'”

Kingdom Collapse originated out of the childhood friendship between aforementioned vocalist Norris and Smith, who grew up together, found music around the same time, and recognized its power after Jonathan endured the loss of his father at eight-years-old.

In order to cope, he immediately retreated into music and the embrace of a small community — which included Aaron’s family. This was the turning point where both boys realized the power of friendship, the power of music, and their potential together. “I saw my father die right in front of my eyes,” Jonathan sighs. “I didn’t even know what was happening. In some ways, that darkness has never left. Music became my light. I connected with it, and it gave me hope for the future. Kingdom Collapse is a band that carries that torch.”

Jonathan and Aaron each made the rounds in local bands and even collaborated a few times on short-lived projects. When they finally joined forces in Kingdom Collapse, it was as if everything they’d gone through as friends prepared them to make a statement together.

Jonathan tapped Aaron to play bass, and they rounded out the lineup by welcoming guitarist David Work and drummer Gaston Flores into the fold. Their quiet and devoted grind paid off when their breakout track “Uprise” resonated on a global scale, gathering 5 million-plus Spotify streams and bulldozing the way for 2022’s independent Unbreakable EP. The latter housed their biggest single to date “Unbreakable,” which has generated north of 11 million Spotify streams and hit No. 1 on Octane. Unafraid to put in the work, the four-piece didn’t bother with day jobs and went all-in on music, hitting the road for hundreds of shows a year. They shared stages with everyone from Three Days Grace and Nothing More to From Ashes To New, Fire From The Gods, ATTACK ATTACK!, and Adelita’s Way.

In 2025, they caught the attention of Mascot Records and inked a deal with the label. Now, Kingdom Collapse hold nothing back on their new single.

Track Listing

1. Survivor
2. Watch You Bleed
3. Ripping Out The Heart
4. Victorious
5. Unwritten
6. Burn
7. Who I Am
8. Up In Flames
9. ELEVATE
10. More Than A Memory 1
1. Save Me from Myself
12. Unbreakable
3. Blue Skies

Kingdom Collapse are touring the US through the summer, supporting Saliva on a sprinkling of dates before heading out with Red through June. The band will also hit several festivals in the summer.

Upcoming Tour Dates

WITH RED:

5/14 — Greenville, SC — The Radio Room
5/16 — Reading, PA — Reverb
5/19 — Asbury Park, NJ — House of Independents
5/20 — Pittsburgh, PA — Jergels
5/22 — Leesburg, VA — Tally Ho Theater
5/23 — Columbus, OH — The King of Clubs
5/24 — Lakewood, OH — Mercury Music Lounge
5/26 — Joliet, IL — The Forge
5/27 — Racine, WI — Route 20
5/30 — Ringle, WI — Q&Z Expo Center
5/31 — Sioux Falls, SD — Big’s Bar
6/2 — Lincoln, NE — Bourbon Theatre
6/4 — San Antonio, TX — The Rock Box
6/7 — Houston, TX — Scout Bar

FESTIVALS:
7/17 — Grand Rapids, MI — Upheaval Festival (Belknap Park)
7/18 — Cadott, WI — Rock Fest
7/25 — Menahga, MN — Mid Summer Music Fest (Rock Week)

MOURIR Announce New Album & Release Title Single ‘Nous, le venin’

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French quartet Mourir are preparing to release their second full-length studio album, Nous, le venin, on 10th July via Pelagic Records. Their forward-thinking take on black metal and uncompromising approach to their work marks them out as ones to watch when they present this new material live at festivals across Europe including Hellfest, Rock In Bourlon and Resurrection Festival in the months to come.

Mourir about the new single:
“‘Nous, le venin’ is born from a deep disgust toward contemporary individualism. The track denounces the self-centered, cynical, and elitist man, trapped within his bubble of comfort and unaware of the privileges. The piece unfolds in three movements: a deep, heavy, imposing introduction; followed by an aggressive, hateful development — a total rejection. It ends on a quasi-religious, hopeful note, emphasizing the importance of coming together, of communing toward something deeper, more beautiful, something capable of lifting us higher”

Pre-order Nous, le venin here: https://orcd.co/mourir-nouslevenin

With a demo, an album and an experimental EP to their name, the four-piece retreated to the studio at the end of 2025 to write the music for Nous, le venin. Recorded in January 2026 with Amaury Sauvé (Birds in row, Igorrr, Pneu) at The Apiary Studio in Laval, France, the six tracksare the very embodiment of Mourir’s approach to black metal. Although they draw inspiration from many artists in the old-school black metal world, they opted to lean into a more modern sound – one that would allow the depth of their sonic choices to shine. Blending elements of sludge and post-metal to the rawness of their black metal sound, and combining this with a mixthat gives space to both the low frequencies and the high-octane viscerality, Mourir have created something both distinctive and captivating.

Thematically, the band turn their detached gaze towards an ever-more untethered modern society, one that is inhospitable to those seeking meaning in the cruelty and absurdity of aseemingly senseless world. Yet within these tracks exists slivers of light, of hope and ofluminosity – a belief that something better is possible is woven throughout the melodic passagesand most celestial, ecstatic elements of their sound. The evocative cover art by Thomas Davezac captures the feeling of disconnection that permeates the album.

Mourir have recorded an album that cements their place among underground greats who deftlyeschew the nostalgic trappings of black metal convention and breathe new life into the genre. Nous, le venin is imbued with raw emotion that is perfectly complemented by stylistic choices that echo the sentiment of being freed from the chains of the past.

Nous, le venin track list:

1. Ennui Ennemi
2. Mon rêve animal
3. Feu d’un regard
4. Je est absent
5. Aux inutiles
6. Nous, le venin

Mourir are:
Maël Pretet: drums
Alexandre Bérenguer: Guitar
Olivier Lolmède: Guitar, vocals
Théophile Antolinos: Bass

Mourir online:
Instagram
Facebook
Pelagic Artist Profile

KÄRBHOLZ Release First Lead Single ‘Dämmerlicht’ from Upcoming Studio Album “Sturm Zieh Auf”

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KÄRBHOLZ will release ‘Dämmerlicht’ on 15 May, the first lead single from their upcoming new studio album ‘Sturm Zieh Auf’, which is due out on 18 September via Metalville. Pre-orders for the album also open this Friday.

The video premiere for ‘Dämmerlicht’, including a live chat with the band, will take place on 15 May at 6 pm CET on the KÄRBHOLZ YouTube channel, here: https://www.youtube.com/@kaerbholzband

Do I have to bow to conventional norms? Do I have to give up my individuality and my nature in order to fit into a mould that others have declared to be the norm? “Dämmerlicht” explores these questions and concludes that saying no to them brings with it at least two consequences: a great deal of resistance, but also the chance for personal fulfilment and making peace with expectations of us that cannot be met, and ultimately the realisation… that we are enough.

STURM ZIEH AUF

…When the storm shatters the silence…

Three years have passed since the double release of ‘Kapitel 10: Wilde Augen’ and ‘Kapitel 11: Barrikaden’. Three years in which the world did not stand still and the band used the time to brew up a whirlwind that is now breaking loose with full force: ‘Sturm zieh auf’.

An atmospheric exchange of energy

A storm is more than just wind. It is a raw, uncontrollable force. It brings destruction, yes – but it creates the space that is so desperately needed for something new. It is the atmospheric exchange of energy that sweeps away the old to make room for change. On their new album, KÄRBHOLZ set this very moment of transformation to music.

With 13 tracks brimming with passion and emotion, the band captures the full spectrum of a storm: from the oppressive ‘calm before the storm’ through fear and unease to the boundless freedom that emerges when the pressure eases.

Authentic, edgy, uncompromising

“Sturm zieh auf” pays no heed to conventions or compatibility. The album draws on the harder elements of the band’s history and creates a self-contained universe that does not seek to please at any cost – and perhaps touches the listener so deeply precisely for that reason. It is a work for those who are prepared to question their listening habits.

•No whining, no finger-pointing: KÄRBHOLZ do not blame external circumstances.
•Focus on the self: It’s about the power of the individual to rise above the status quo.
•Unbridled positivity: Amidst the chaos, the band finds happiness in the small, essential things in life.

The ‘why’ determines the ‘how’

In the spirit of Nietzsche, the album conveys a clear message: ‘If I know a why, I can bear almost any how.’ “Sturm zieh auf” is the soundtrack for this journey. It is the musical manifestation of resilience – an invitation to face the storm, to enjoy it, and to emerge from it stronger.

KÄRBHOLZ are back. Louder, harder and more reflective than ever before.

“STURM ZIEH AUF” TRACK LISTING

01 Sturm zieh auf
02 Wenn ich fall
03 Dämmerlicht
04 Kryptonit
05 Mut
06 Augenblick
07 Messers Schneide
08 Glück
09 Sonnenfinsternis
10 Wo man tanzt
11 Gottes Kind
12 Kintsugi
13 Des Todes Bruder

KÄRBHOLZ LINE UP

Torben Höffgen – vocals
Adrian Kühn – guitars
Stefan Wirths – bass
Henning Münch – drums

TOUR DATES

29.05.26 IT – Freinfeld, Campo Di Trens – Waldstadion Open Air
30.05.26 AT – Feldkirch – Altes Hallenbad
04.-06.06.26 DE – Windeck-Rosbach – Kärbholz Heimspiel 2026
19.06.26 DE – Eberswalde – Familiengarten
20.06.26 DE – Torgau – Schloss Hartenfels
11.07.26 DE – Augsburg – Sommer Am Kiez
24.07.26 DE – Königstein – Festung Königstein Open Air
31.07.26 DE – Laichingen – Rock Dein Leben
01.08.26 DE – Wacken – Wacken Open Air
06.08.26 CH – Brienz – Brienzer See Rockfestival
18.09.26 DE – Köln – MS Rheinmagie (Record Release Show)
19.09.26 DE – Köln – MS Rheinmagie

RECORD RELEASE TOUR 2026

01.10.2026 CH – Aarburg – Musigburg
02.10.2026 DE Lindau – Club Vaudeville
03.10.2026 DE – Geiselwind – Music Hall
04.10.2026 AT – Wien – Szene
15.10.2026 DE – Saarbrücken – Garage
16.10.2026 DE – Heidelberg – Halle 02
17.10.2026 DE – Stuttgart – LKA Longhorn
18.10.2026 DE – München – Backstage Werk
20.10.2026 DE – Erfurt – Central
21.10.2026 DE – Köln – Live Music Hall
22.10.2026 DE – Bielefeld – Lokschuppen
23.10.2026 DE – Berlin – Huxleys
24.10.2026 DE – Leipzig – Felsenkeller
06.11.2026 DE – Hamburg – Inselpark Arena
07.11.2026 DE – Oberhausen – Turbinenhalle 1
08.11.2026 DE – Frankfurt – Batschkapp
20.11.2026 DE – Neubrandenburg – HKB
21.11.2026 DE – Dresde – Reithalle Strasse E

Tickets: https://shop.kaerbholz.de/collections/tour-tickets

KÄRBOLZ online
https://www.kaerbholz.de/
https://www.facebook.com/Kaerbholzoffiziell
https://www.instagram.com/kaerbholz/
https://www.tiktok.com/@kaerbholzofficial
https://www.youtube.com/@kaerbholzband
https://open.spotify.com/intl-de/artist/7LNFSNejKjCEEwneXJQwXL

REVOE Present Debut Album “Revolution of Essence”

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REVOE is a progressive band from Ostrołęka, Poland, boldly combining the power of heavy metal with a broad spectrum of musical inspirations. The band has been active continuously since 2014 – initially under the name KARRAKAN – consistently refining its own musical language and attention to detail. Their last concert as KARRAKAN, combined with the album’s release and official name change, took place on January 17, 2026.

The new name, an acronym for the band’s debut album, “Revolution of Essence“, symbolizes a transformation of essence and a paradigm shift – understood by the musicians as the highest form of intellectual development. It is also a manifestation of the creative passion, patient composing, and meticulous attention to detail that are the band’s hallmarks.

REVOE‘s debut album is a sprawling, multi-layered musical narrative, drawing inspiration from Dream Theater, Tool, Metallica, Iron Maiden, Kat, and King Diamond, as well as bold explorations into Celtic folk, jazz, and classic rock, inspired by Queen, Led Zeppelin, and Deep Purple. The album contains 14 tracks, including three instrumental compositions, and was recorded in the band’s private studio. Mariusz Mierzejewski (Rock Wizja Studio) handled the mixing and mastering.

The material is distinguished by its diversity: from heavy metal and hard rock to a fully folk-infused piece featuring acoustic guitars, hurdy-gurdy, nyckelharpa, flutes, mystical drums, and a choir. The lyrics – in both English and Polish – draw on the poetry of Edgar Allan Poe and Alfred Sierzputowski. The sound is selective yet organic: metal guitars with a distinct midrange, natural garage drums, and strong, melodic vocals, often harmonized, occasionally broken up by screams or growls. This is an album for listeners who enjoy returning to the songs again and again, discovering new nuances each time.

The visuals have also been meticulously crafted. The cover (a photo created using space scanning technology) – without the use of AI – was designed by Krzysztof Głażewski, a professional visual artist known for his work with the band Batushka. The album is accompanied by a 16-page booklet containing only lyrics and key information, and its focal point is a wide photo of the band – the perfect place to collect autographs.

“Listening to it in the car, the catchy melodies and rhythms, along with the genre-spanning variety of the songs, will allow you to focus on the here and now while simultaneously relaxing during the drive,” the band comment.

The debut album “Revolution of Essence” was promoted with three singles (“War Against Zero“, “Traktat serdeczny“, “Średniowieczne kino“) for which video clips were created.

The album can be listened to on streaming platforms (link here) and purchased in a physical version on CD directly from the band via Bandcamp (link here).

TRACKLIST:

Fire You Shall Never Betray
Heavy Weather Feast
Allocation Of Beauty
War Against Zero
Panto Dance
The Shape Of Infinity
Riders Of Nonsense
Robak Zdobywca cz.1
Robak Zdobywca cz.2
Astaragalia
Średniowieczne kino
Traktat serdeczny
Post-apo Dance
Heat Up Your Soul White

LINEUP:

Piotr Sierzputowski – guitar, vocal
Jan Sierzputowski – saxophone, keyboard
Albert Bielak – guitar
Marek Kowalski – bass
Dominik Górski – drums

More info: Facebook | Bandcamp | Instagram | TikTok

SWEET’s “The Answer” Album Coming Out on July 10th

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SWEET “The Answer” album will be released on July 10th at Metalville.

Originally released in 1992 under the title ‘A’, a version of the original album expanded to include various bonus tracks, entitled ‘The Answer’, was released three years later.

Andy Scott once again succeeded in putting together a top-class line-up, consisting of Mal McNulty (Slade), Bodo Schopf (Eloy/MSG), Jeff Brown (Wildfire) and Steve Mann (MSG/Lionheart).

With ‘The Answer’, Sweet managed to reinvent themselves without losing sight of their roots. The songs feature timeless hard rock with metal influences, yet always remain unmistakably Sweet.

The album is regarded as a genuine, long-overlooked gem in the band’s discography. Having been available only to collectors for years, ‘The Answer’ is now finally back in stock on CD and vinyl for all fans of this British glam and hard rock legend.

TRACK LISTING

Do As I Say
X-Ray Specs
Am I Ever Going To See Your Face Again
Stand Up
Noveau Rock Star
Natural
Mind
Marshall Stack
Red Tape
When Friends Fall Out
Is It True
Dangerous Game
I Don’t Want To Say Goodnight
Crudley Mott
Marshal Stack (Alt Ending)
Do As I Say (Single Mix)
Stand Up (Heavy Rock Version)

LINE UP
Mal McNulty – lead vocals and backing vocals
Andy Scott – guitars, lead and backing vocals
Steve Mann – guitars, keyboards, backing vocals
Jeff Brown – bass, backing vocals
Bodo Schopf – drums

LINKS
https://www.thesweet.com/
https://www.facebook.com/TheSweetOfficial/
https://www.instagram.com/thesweet.official
https://www.youtube.com/@sweet/videos
https://open.spotify.com/intl-de/artist/3JaAGmSTpJK35DqWrDUzBz
https://music.apple.com/gb/artist/sweet/492548