Power Metal Legends MASTERPLAN Unveil New Visualizer ‘Electric Nights’ from Upcoming Album

Posted by tarjavirmakari on April 22, 2026
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Power metal legends MASTERPLAN are pleased to unveil the new single and accompanying visualizer, “Electric Nights”, taken from the upcoming new studio album, “Metalmorphosis”, set for release on June 26, 2026, via Frontiers Music Srl.

Roland Grapow commented: “Electric Nights” is our road anthem – loud, fast, and born for life on tour. It drops right as we are in the middle of our European tour, and it couldn’t fit better. It’s classic heavy metal – big riffs, strong energy, no bullshit. Just pure fun and power. This release is dedicated to our loyal fans: those who stand with us at every show, sing every word, and keep the flame of heavy metal alive”.

Masterplan are currently on tour across Europe. For the full list of dates, please see below and HERE.

Pre-Order “Metalmorphosis” HERE

Grapow expressed his enthusiasm for the record – the first new songs since “Novum Initium”, released in 2013: “Metalmorphosis” really captures what this album means to us: a transformation, but still true to the spirit of Masterplan. We’ve grown over the years, both as musicians and as people, and you can hear that in the new songs. Some ideas go back many years, and now they’ve finally come to life. It’s powerful, melodic, and emotional – classic Masterplan, but with a new energy”.

Masterplan stand among the most enduring and influential names in German power metal. Founded in 2001 by guitarist Roland Grapow and drummer Uli Kusch following their exit from Helloween, the band quickly established a distinctive identity built on strong melodies, technical precision, and an epic yet modern metal approach. 

Their self-titled debut album, released in 2003, was met with widespread critical acclaim and immediate chart success, setting the standard for a career defined by consistency and evolution.

Over the years, Masterplan have released several highly regarded albums – including “Aeronautics”, “MK II”, “Time To Be King” and “Novum Initium” – each showcasing refined songwriting and a powerful balance between classic power metal energy and progressive elements. 

Their work earned them international recognition, extensive touring across Europe and beyond, and industry accolades that confirmed their status as a leading force in the genre.

After a prolonged hiatus from studio releases, Masterplan have re-emerged with renewed creative drive. The band recently signed a new worldwide deal with Frontiers Music SRL, marking a significant milestone and the beginning of a new chapter in their career. 

This partnership sets the stage for their long-awaited return with a brand-new studio album, “Metalmorphosis”, representing both transformation and continuity: a heavier, more aggressive edge combined with the melodic sophistication that has always defined Masterplan’s sound. 

With renewed focus, sharpened songwriting, and decades of experience behind them, Masterplan are poised to reaffirm their relevance and deliver one of the most anticipated power metal releases of the year.

“Metalmorphosis” Tracklist:

1.    Chase The Light    
2.    Electric Nights    
3.    Shadow Man    
4.    Bound To Fall    
5.    Pain Of Yesterday    
6.    Metalmorphosis    
7.    Through The Storm    
8.    Ghostlight    
9.    The Call
10.    Rise Again (Album vers.)

METALMORPHOSIS OVER EUROPE TOUR, remaining shows – GET TICKETS HERE:
                         
22.04.26    GER – Dortmund – Piano                           
23.04.26    NL    – Leiden, Nobel                                    
24.04.26    NL    – Den Bosch – Willem II Poppodium   
25.04.26    NL    – Hoogeveen,  Het Podium               
28.04.26    GER – Hannover -Musikzentrum               
29.04.26    GER – Hamburg – Knust  

Line Up:
Rick Altzi
Roland Grapow
Jari Kainulainen
Axel Mackenrott
Kevin Kott

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FANTOM: F.O.A.D. Records Present Remastered Edition of Hungarian Cult Black/Thrashers’ Demo “Lucifer jelenj meg!”

Posted by tarjavirmakari on April 22, 2026
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A long-lost relic of Eastern European extreme metal resurfaces in definitive form, as F.O.A.D. Records present a newly remastered edition of FANTOM’s seminal demo material, now available on vinyl.

Remastered by Patrick Engel, this upgraded version captures the raw essence of one of Hungary’s earliest and most obscure black/thrash entities, often regarded as even darker and more sinister than their contemporaries.

This official reissue includes the band’s classic 1987 demo “Lucifer jelenj meg!”, now expanded with 7 additional tracks taken from a rare 1987 session not featured in the previous 2016 vinyl edition. The material has been re-transferred from a rediscovered tape – the best sounding source in existence – and meticulously remastered for vinyl by Patrick Engel at Temple Of Disharmony.

Drawing influence from bands such as Bathory, Possessed, Hellhammer, Venom and Slayer, FANTOM forged a primitive yet highly distinctive sound. Their songwriting is direct and unrefined, but steeped in a uniquely oppressive atmosphere of darkness, malevolence and occult tension.

The release comes as a silver laminated LP, including two inserts featuring lyrics, rare photographs and original artwork, preserving the band’s visual and sonic identity in full detail.

A crucial document of early black/thrash from behind the Iron Curtain: raw, obscure and essential for collectors and devotees of the genre’s darkest origins.

Watch the trailer:

F.O.A.D. Records
https://www.foadrecords.com/
https://www.scareystore.com/
https://www.facebook.com/foadrecords/
https://foadrecords.bandcamp.com/
https://www.instagram.com/foad_records/

AEONS IN SOLITUDE Release New Video for ‘Dreamer’ from Upcoming “Black Lumina” Album

Posted by tarjavirmakari on April 22, 2026
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Greek AEONS IN SOLITUDE have release First Official Video ‘Dreamer’ from their upcoming album “Black Lumina”, out May 15th.

Aeons In Solitude is a metal band from Athens, Greece, formed by Vocalist and composer Alex Roussos on May 2016. It all started as a solo project, but later turned into a full band on May 2018. Their debut album, entitled ‘’Mourning Cloak’’ was released on 22th April 2020 via Rock Company (NL). Its sound consists of Doom/Gothic Metal with progressive elements. It was recorded, mixed and mastered at Fragile Studio in Athens by Vangelis Yalamas. Now, the band’s second album entitled ‘’Black Lumina’’ is scheduled to be released on 15th May 2026 by Soman Records (FR). Its sound shifts towards Gothic Rock and Darkwave, moving away from its Doom Metal roots while retaining a strong sense of darkness and melancholy, now expressed through atmospheric textures, synth-driven elements and a more introspective tone. The album was recorded, mixed and mastered at Fragile Studio in Athens, by Vangelis Yalamas.

Watch the video here:

Line Up:
Alex Roussos – Vocals, Guitars, Bass Guitar, Keyboards, Drum Programming
Nepheli Sofra- Drums

Bandcamp: https://aeonsinsolitude.bandcamp.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aeonsinsolitude
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aeons_in_solitude
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@aeonsinsolitudebandgr

EMBRYONIC AUTOPSY Unleash New Single & Official Video ‘Feasting Upon The Rotted Uterus’

Posted by tarjavirmakari on April 22, 2026
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US brutal death metal force EMBRYONIC AUTOPSY strike with full force through their new single and official video “Feasting Upon The Rotted Uterus”, the first devastating taste of the upcoming studio album “Rise Of The Mutated, set for release on June 5th, 2026 via Massacre Records.

STREAM THE SINGLE HERE: https://save-it.cc/massacre/feasting-upon-the-rotted-uterus

PRE-ORDER THE ALBUM HERE: https://massacre-records.com/embryonic_autopsy_riseofthemutated_sale/

With “Feasting Upon The Rotted Uterus”, EMBRYONIC AUTOPSY immediately reaffirm their commitment to uncompromising old school brutal death metal. Fueled by blazing guitar work, guttural vocals, punishing drums and savage groove-laden riffing, the track delivers a relentless and grotesque assault that perfectly captures the band’s signature sound.

Serving as the opening strike from “Rise Of The Mutated”, the song showcases the band at their most vicious and refined. Combining the raw extremity of early ‘90s death metal with a modern level of precision and crushing production, EMBRYONIC AUTOPSY once again prove why they have become one of the most respected names in the contemporary underground brutal death metal scene.

“Rise Of The Mutated” marks the final chapter in the band’s conceptual trilogy, following “Prophecies Of The Conjoined” (2022) and “Origins Of The Deformed” (2024). Expanding the story of alien intervention, genetic experimentation and the rise of hybrid lifeforms, the new album promises the most intense and fully realized installment of the saga.

Driven by vocalist Tim King (Oppressor, SOiL) and guitarist Scott Roberts (ex-Otep), the band channel their long-standing fascination with extraterrestrial mythology into a grotesque and cinematic death metal experience, combining savage lyrical themes with punishing musical execution.

The album also features outstanding guest appearances from legendary guitarist James Murphy (Death, Obituary), who performs multiple solos throughout the record, alongside Terrance Hobbs of Suffocation.

Produced and mixed by Scott Roberts and mastered by Ulrich Wild (Pantera, Dethklok) at Wilderness Studios, “Rise Of The Mutated” delivers a powerful and organic sound built for true death metal devotees.

In support of the new release, EMBRYONIC AUTOPSY will join forces with death metal legends Six Feet Under for an extensive European tour in June 2026, bringing their devastating live performance to stages across the continent.

EMBRYONIC AUTOPSY live:

03.06.2026 PL – Gdansk, Mystic Festival
04.06.2026 DE – Berlin, Frannz
05.06.2026 NL – Maastricht, Pitfest
06.06.2026 DE – Cologne, Gebaeude 9
07.06.2026 DE – Saarbrucken, The Garage
09.06.2026 HR – Zagreb, Boogaloo
10.06.2026 SK – Kosice, Colloseum
12.06.2026 A – Nickelsdorf, Nova Rock
13.06.2026 HU – Budapest, A38
14.06.2026 SL – Ljubljana, Orto Bar
16.06.2026 DE – Memmingen, Kaminwerk
17.06.2026 DE – Munich, Backstage Halle
19.06.2026 DE- Aschaffenburg, Colos-Saal
20.06.2026 BE – Dessel, Graspop Festival
21.06.2026 FR – Clisson, Hellfest
23.06.2026 DE – Hamburg, GERMANY, Logo
24.06.2026 DK- Copenhagen, Copenhell
26.06.2026 CZ – Spálené Poříčí, Basinfire Festival
27.06.2026 CH – Hauteville, Abyss Festival

EMBRYONIC AUTOPSY are:
Tim King – vocals
Scott Roberts – guitars
Kenxi Dupey – bass
Marco Fimbres – drums

EMBRYONIC AUTOPSY online:
http://www.facebook.com/embryonicautopsy
http://www.instagram.com/embryonic_autopsy

DEVENIAL VERDICT Unveil New Track ‘Elysium’ from Upcoming Album “Old Blood – Fresh Wounds”

Posted by tarjavirmakari on April 22, 2026
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Finnish death metal band Devenial Verdict revealed a new song from their upcoming release titled “Old Blood – Fresh Wounds” which sees the band dishing out powerful, catchy death metal.

The premiere done by No Clean Singing can be found AT THIS LINK.

“(We) congratulate Devenial Verdict on not only surviving for 20 years but continuing to make such tremendously good death metal.”

“This release celebrates the 20th anniversary of Devenial Verdict. We wanted to update some of our older songs on this EP; these songs mark some of the most important musical moments of us as a band. We have the first instances of dissonance in our music and the seeds of our melancholic and atmospheric leanings; we have brutal passages and rare instances of melody. It was really eye opening to realise that all the influences were there all along! Some of these songs have never been properly released and exist only as live videos captured at our shows.

We wanted to add Soulthirst EP to this release since 2026 marks the 10 year anniversary for that release. Soulthirst functions as the bridge between all of our older material and our current sound, which we fully unleashed on Ash Blind in 2022.”

For fans of – Morbid Angel, Obituary, Ulcerate, Dysgnostic, Crown of Madness, Mithras

Track listing –
1. Rituals of Ignorance
2. Swarms of the Mindless
3. Elysium
4. The Unborn God
5. Thrones
6. Fall of Faith
7. Sun Hammer
8. The Corinthian
9. Despoiler

Artwork by Niilas Nissilä

Line up –
Okko Tolvanen – Drums
Sebastian Frigren – Guitars, backing vocals
Antti Poutanen – Bass, backing vocals
Riku Saressalo – Vocals

More info: Official Site – Bandcamp – Facebook – Instagram – Europe Store – US Indiemerch Store

Legends of NWOBHM & Godfathers of Thrash, RAVEN, to Film Documentary

Posted by tarjavirmakari on April 22, 2026
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Jimmy Kay For The Metal Voice interviewed N.W.O.B.H.M. band Raven at the Piranha Bar in Montreal, Quebec, Canada on April 19, 2026. Watch the interview below.

Excerpt from the chat

When Asked How Ozzy Osbourne brought the band on his first solo tour after hearing their first single on the radio

“Yeah. Friday Rock show. Oh, yeah. I mean, you know, Ozzy wants you to open up on four dates on the Blizzard of Oz tour. Ohh-kay. Right. And, it changed our lives. . That was pretty awesome because I remember them being kind of like they weren’t sure of themselves. They were saying I don’t know if people are are really digging this because the record had just been out not long and they were saying I wonder if we’re going to be able to keep this going and it was to look back on it now cuz it’s like you know like a great record. I don’t understand why they were thinking that way. Legendary it was so good . Lee Kerslake,  from Uriah Heap. We got to meet all these people. It was great. What an amazing thing. And they were incredible. And the flip side of that experience for us was the crew who were absolute bastards. Yeah. And treated us like uh slime, you know. Yeah. Like garbage. But yeah, it’s part of that was part of gigging in England at the time. “

When asked about if they plan on doing a new documentary

” Yeah. We actually pretty much worked out the details and we’re starting work on it. There’s going to be a Raven documentary, like a full document. The last one was difficult because it wasn’t funded right and um actually I did a lot of the editing stuff for it and it was such a learning curve for me,  if anybody’s ever been involved in something like that, it’s just a huge uh kind of learning curve. And so now this time we have like really professional people involved and we’ll be able to do I think a better job of telling the story cuz it’s quite a tale when you look at all the different angles and things that we’ve been through. And we were just talking earlier about it. A lot of the people who were involved in the beginning of this are gone. You know, even people like Johnny Z who was really uh integral to our success in the States and a lot of the different players are not around anymore. So even just our contemporaries a lot of them are gone. So yeah, so it’s pretty cool that we’re still standing.”