Swedish metalcore powerhouse Aviana are back with a vengeance with new album VOID, out now via Arising Empire.
Known for their intense soundscapes and relentless energy, Aviana continue to push boundaries, further solidifying their place among the heavyweights of modern metalcore. Blending ferocious screams, haunting clean vocals, and razor-sharp instrumentation, Aviana surge with unrelenting energy and emotion.
While celebrating the addition of a new vocalist and the comeback of the original guitar player, the new single sees the band undergo a transformation into a new persona and exploring a more visceral sound, while sticking to its hardcore roots.
Reversed Chakra, the rising indie rock / dark wave outfit, proudly releases their highly anticipated new EP Rarefied through Dungeon Media, available worldwide on all streaming platforms.
A centerpiece of the EP is the band’s reimagining of Duran Duran’s 1984 classic “The Wild Boys”, transformed into a brooding, atmospheric indie rock anthem. The track was produced and mixed by John Fryer, legendary for his work with Depeche Mode, Nine Inch Nails, and HIM, and mastered by Alan Douches, whose credits span from Converge and Chelsea Wolfe to Fatboy Slim and The Chemical Brothers.
“Rarefied is a statement about contrasts: beauty and decay, danger and desire,” says Reversed Chakra. “Covering ‘The Wild Boys’ allowed us to pay homage to the spirit of the 80s while pushing it through our darker lens.”
With their previous singles — including “Game of Chess” (2.2 million views and extensive international radio play), “All The Way Down”, and “Dust” — Reversed Chakra have already made their mark as one of the most compelling new voices in alternative music. Rarefied sees the band expand their sonic palette even further, blending post-rock atmospheres with the urgency of modern indie rock.
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Reversed Chakra’s sound explores deep emotions, crafting stories that transcend the ordinary. Imagine a fusion of Interpol and Editors, seasoned with hints of Kings of Leon and Placebo, all enveloped in the ethereal beauty of The Cure and Sigur Rós. This sonic journey defies genres and promises to leave you spellbound.
Reversed Chakra is: Alice Bianconcini: Guitar Leo Martera: Drums Justin Brett: Vocals Carlo Bellotti: Bass
Danish collective EMPIRE DROWNS unveil their new album “Endless Nights” – a powerful journey through the emotional extremes of melodic doom and death metal.
Inspired by the bleak beauty of Scandinavian winters and the vivid contrasts of East African landscapes, the record captures a world where beauty and despair intertwine. Combining towering growls, mournful harmonies, thunderous percussion, and ghostly keys, the band crafts an atmospheric yet melodic sound that recalls Paradise Lost, My Dying Bride, Katatonia, and Anathema, while remaining distinctly their own.
Recorded by Marco Angioni (Tygers of Pan Tang, Thorium) and mixed/mastered by Tue Madsen (Moonspell, The Haunted, Baest), “Endless Nights” balances emotional depth with dense, precise production.
“Endless Nights” is out now on LP (grey vinyl, limited to 150 copies), CD, and digital via Mighty Music. It can be ordered and streamed via this link.
The new MY MERRY MACHINE album “Days Of Doom” is available in stores starting today!
The trio brings everything they stand for to the table: experience, creativity, and “craftsmanship.” The release date of Halloween is anything but a coincidence! Dark, frightening, rough—perfect for the end of October! The new video celebrating the day is also fitting: the “God Of Destruction” is watching over this release today!
The Release Show 8.11.25 Kantine26, Alfred-Leikam-Strasse 7, D – 74523 Schwäbisch Hall
Who is My Merry Machine? A special characteristic of My Merry Machine is their impressive self-sufficiency. The band is 100% independent and creatively self-reliant. From initial song ideas to the entire music production, artwork, and video content—everything is created in-house. This “do-it-yourself” mentality allows the band to realize their artistic vision without compromise and imbue every aspect of their work with a personal touch. Fans look forward to the band’s third work: The highly anticipated album “Days of Doom” will be released on October 31, 2025. With their proven creativity and tireless dedication, My Merry Machine promises to exceed expectations with this release and continue to perfect their unique sound. My Merry Machine stands for high-octane metal that goes straight to the heart and leaves nothing to be desired. With their passion, talent, and unwavering independence, this Southern German band is ready to take the metal world by storm.
Line-up: Kirsten Zahn-Massing – Gesang Markus Visser – Gitarre, Bass Tim Schwarz – Schlagzeug
“But even as the galaxies bend, our will refuses to end.”
Hot on the heels of their latest release “Anthem Of Terror“, international metal trio VEIL OF THE SERPENT return with an even more ambitious single: “Black Sun“. Out now on all major streaming platforms, the track is a sprawling and visceral journey into cosmic darkness, blending the band’s trademark heaviness with an almost cinematic sense of scale and atmosphere.
Drummer Felix, who also penned the lyrics, shares insight into the new track: “Basically, Black Sun is about a space crew reluctantly drawn toward a black hole, resisting its gravitational pull and refusing to surrender even as the void consumes everything around them. But at the same time, it’s also a metaphor for strength – about confronting the unknown, drifting beyond the edge of everything familiar, and refusing to let the darkness consume you. Even when life drags us into the deepest shadows, we can still ignite the fire within and keep burning.”
With “Black Sun“, VEIL OF THE SERPENT push their signature blend of heaviness, emotion and storytelling even further. Where “Anthem Of Terror” raged like a storm, “Black Sun” gravitates with immense force. An epic sonic void that threatens to consume, yet ultimately radiates defiance and hope.
About the band: VEIL OF THE SERPENT was forged in 2021 by guitarist Gene and his son Felix. United by blood and their obsession for heavy metal, the duo began plotting their thundering assault in 2020. What began as a vision quickly evolved into a full-scale sonic onslaught with the arrival of powerhouse vocalist JD, completing their unholy trinity. Together, they channel the raw, unyielding spirit of metal, delivering a sound that’s both brutal and haunting, destined to leave a lasting scar on the heavy music landscape.
VEIL OF THE SERPENT is: JD – Vocals Gene – Guitars Felix – Drums
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