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XORSIST Release Third New Track ‘His Shrouded Gaze’

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With Aberrations set to land on 24th April through Hammerheart Records, Xorsist are turning up the heat ahead of album three. The band have unveiled ‘His Shrouded Gaze’, the third single from the record, which is streaming now via the link below.

Pre-order Aberrations here: https://xorsistband.lnk.to/aberrations

Xorsist comment on the track: “This third song stands as the final mark before Aberrations is fully unveiled. The track pulls you even deeper into the sorrow and darkness that is the core of the record itself. With “His Shrouded Gaze”, we let there be no light, no life and no sun left to fawn!”

Hailing from the hallowed city that birthed classic death metal acts such as Entombed, Dismember and Unleashed, Stockholm, Sweden’s Xorsist stand firm as torchbearers of the city’s enduring death metal legacy. Since their formation, the band have forged a sound deeply rooted in the raw, uncompromising tradition of old school Swedish death metal while steadily sharpening their own identity within the genre.

Following their self-released debut album Deadly Possession in 2022 and their second full-length At the Somber Steps of Serenity in 2023, Xorsist built a formidable track record that earned them a growing reputation within the Swedish underground and beyond. Founded by Gustav Ryderfelt (vocals and guitar) and later solidified with Birk Castenmalm (vocals and bass) and Alphonse Bouquelon (drums), the band’s core sound balances deep reverence for tradition with a focused drive toward progression.

Now signed to Hammerheart Records, Xorsist prepare to unleash their third album called Aberrations, slated for release in April 2026. While their earlier recordings honored the path that defined the classic Stockholm sound, Aberrations marks a decisive step forward, eclipsing everything that came before it and presenting a clearer, more defined expression of the band’s musical vision. With this new chapter, Xorsist continue to carry the Swedish death metal torch into darker territory!

Track-list:
1. Rest Impending
2. Souls to Mourn
3. Draped in Sorrow’s Cloth…
4. An Elegy Unfolds
5. Of Where I Reside
6. Faceless
7. His Shrouded Gaze
8. …And Aged in Embers
9. Disbelief
10. Memorial Cries

Line up:
Gustav Ryderfelt – Rhythm guitar & lead vocals
Birk Castenmalm – Bass & lead vocals
Pavel Lindegren – Lead guitar & backing vocals
Alphonse Bouquelon – Drums

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WASTE A SAINT Release New Album “…And It’s Evergreen” with Video for ‘Strike, Parry, Riposte’

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Following their much-acclaimed 2024 record “Ravenous”, Norwegian stoner rock trio Waste a Saint return today with the release of their new full-length album “…And It’s Evergreen”, out now via All Good Clean Records. Expanding their signature blend of weighty riffs and atmospheric grit, the record marks a confident step forward in both sound and scope.

To celebrate the release, Waste a Saint unveil the official video for “Strike, Parry, Riposte”, a track that channels the band’s core energy into a dense, fuzz-soaked trip.

“…And It’s Evergreen” emerged from a period of change for the band, shaped by new impulses, a refreshed line-up, a new rehearsal space, and an expanded palette of instruments, all driven by a strong DIY spirit. The album was recorded in the summer of 2025 at Piir Studio, with Vebjørn Svanberg Numme behind the controls.

Musically, Waste a Saint continue to operate somewhere between genres, though their roots remain firmly planted in stoner rock. The record carries weight and grit, but also leaves more room to breathe, balancing heavy moments with a newfound sense of dynamics and space.

“An enormous amount of craftsmanship goes into music. Even more important; it must be joyful, effortless, and fun to create,” the band recently said. “Music works against its own purpose when it tries to push an agenda, to compete, or prove something. It should not be proud or ashamed that it exists. When you accept that, new spaces open up. New dynamics.

…And It’s Evergreen.“

Purchase “…And It’s Evergreen”, out now through Norwegian powerhouse label All Good Clean Records, here: https://www.allgoodcleanrecords.com/produkt/waste-a-saint-and-its-evergreen-ltd-lp-orange-vinyl/

Tracklist:

The Villain Of The Piece
…And the Henchmen
Porcelain
Strike, Parry, Riposte
As Dead As They Come
Sclera
Attention, Deficit… Something
Blindfold Marigold
Northbound
Brother, I Am Starving

Live Dates:
18.04 – Fuzzy Platebar // Molde, Norway
30.04 – Nattrock // Trondheim, Norway
02.05 – Checkpoint Charlie // Stavanger, Norway
15.05 – Bastard Bar // Tromsø, Norway
16.05 – Puskas Musikk og Platebar // Alta, Norway
13.06 – Ladehammerfestivalen // Trondheim, Norway
25.06 – Lygtens Kro // København, Denmark
04.07. – Eide Open Fahr // Vevang, Norway

Waste a Saint is:
Bogey Stefansdottir – Vocals
Alexander Skomakerstuen – Guitar, Vocals
Ole Nogva – Bass, Synthesizer, Vocals
Trym Solan Renolen – Drums, Percussion, Vocals

For More Info Visit:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WASTEASAINT
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wasteasaint/
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4B2lsuc5S3s9fRk5mEusSi

WITCH RIPPER Drop New Album “Through the Hourglass”

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While WITCH RIPPER are getting ready to embark onto their massive headlining “Through the Hourglass” US Tour 2026, the US metal band also drops their red hot new album “Through the Hourglass” today, on April 10, 2026, via Magnetic Eye Records.

Tracklist:
1. Odyssey in Retrograde
2. The Portal
3. Symmetry of the Hourglass
4. Echoes and Dust
5. The Clock Queen
6. Proxima Centuari
7. The Spiral Eye

Listen to “Through the Hourglass” here:

On their third full-length, “Through the Hourglass”, WITCH RIPPER unleash the full potential of their stunning ability to deliver captivating melodies, catchy riffs, and merciless hooks in sheer droves.

The US metal band perfectly combines melodic heaviness with pinches of progressive, sludge, and other styles with seeming ease. WITCH RIPPER can be generally located within the wider sonic realm that is inhabited by MASTODON, BARONESS, and HIGH ON FIRE, yet they also continue to channel the rock bombast of QUEEN and DAVID BOWIE as well as the modern prog of COHEED AND CAMBRIA and MUSE.

While WITCH RIPPER‘s songwriting has climbed to a new peak, they continue with their loving pastiche of the legendary pulp science fiction stories of old. “Through the Hourglass” extends the story that began on their sophomore full-length, “The Flight after the Fall” (2023), in which the central character’s search for peace in death by flying into a black hole proved futile. As “Through the Hourglass” begins, he awakens to a world without time and a familiar dark presence from his past…

Conceived in 2012 in the city of grey skies, lush vegetation and loud rock, Seattle, Washington’s WITCH RIPPER garnered critical acclaim and a strong buzz in the underground scene with their sludgy self-titled EP (2012) and debut full-length “Homestead” (2018). The second album, “The Flight after the Fall”, made the band’s name on a global scale, as the band dramatically expanded the range of their sound in ways both catchy and progressive.

On stage, WITCH RIPPER have performed alongside heavy rock outfits such as MONOLORD, CONAN, and CASTLE RAT as well as modern metal acts including SLIPKNOT, GOJIRA, and KHEMMIS among many others.

WITCH RIPPER are already at work planning for tour across the United States once more and hope for a first voyage to Europe in support of releasing “Through the Hourglass”. Metal is anything but dead, and this album is living proof of its vibrant present.

P.S.: Music aficionados will find a revelation hiding in the key of each song.

Line-up
Chad Fox – guitar, vocals
Brian Kim – bass, vocals
Curtis Parker – guitar, vocals
Joe Eck – drums

Guest musician
Irene Barber – vocals on ‘The Spiral Eye’

Recording by Matt Bayles at Studio Litho & EXES Audio, Seattle, WA (US)
Mix by Matt Bayles at Studio Litho, Seattle, WA (US)
Mastering by Brad Boatright at Audio Siege Studios, Portland, OR (US)

Cover art by Chris Panatier
Layout by Łukasz Jaszak

WITCH RIPPER “Through the Hourglass” US TOUR 2026
03 APR 2026 Seattle, WA (US) The Sunset Tavern
01 MAY 2026 Vancouver, BC (CA) The Cobalt
22 MAY 2026 Bellingham, WA (US) The Shakedown
30 MAY 2026 Missoula, MT (US) M-80 Chicken
31 MAY 2026 Boise, ID (US) The Olympic
01 JUN 2026 Salt Lake City, UT (US) Aces High Saloon
02 JUN 2026 Denver, CO (US) The Crypt
03 JUN 2026 Santa Fe, NM (US) Desert Dogs
04 JUN 2026 Phoenix, AZ (US) The Blooze Bar
05 JUN 2026 San Diego, CA (US) McGuffies
06 JUN 2026 Los Angeles, CA (US) The Escondite
08 JUN 2026 San Francisco, CA (US) Bottom of the Hill
09 JUN 2026 Chico, CA (US) Naked Lounge
10 JUN 2026 Reno, NV (US) Pizzava
11 JUN 2026 Eureka, CA (US) The Siren’s Song Tavern
12 JUN 2026 Roseburg, OR (US) The Rosebud Theater
13 JUN 2026 Portland, OR (US) Twilight Cafe and Bar
14 JUN 2026 Seattle, WA (US) Hidden Hall

Links:
https://www.facebook.com/witchripper
https://www.instagram.com/witch_ripper
https://www.facebook.com/MagneticEyeRecords/
https://www.instagram.com/magneticeyerecords/

SLYDER SMITH’s New Single ‘Killing The Machine’ Out Now

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UK rock singer-songwriter Slyder Smith returns with his explosive new single “Killing The Machine”, out now, – a hard-hitting, thought-provoking track that tackles the growing fear and reality of technology overtaking human connection and control.

Blending gritty guitars, anthemic melodies, and his trademark raw lyricism, “Killing The Machine” channels both urgency and unease, capturing the tension between modern dependence on technology and the instinct to resist it. The track stands as one of Slyder’s most socially charged releases to date, reflecting a world increasingly dominated by screens, algorithms, and artificial noise.
“This one’s about that disturbing feeling that we’re losing control,” says Slyder. “We’ve built something that’s meant to serve us, but it’s starting to feel like it’s shaping us instead. It’s about fighting back — holding onto what makes us human.”

Produced by Robin Wynn Evans (Manic Street Preachers, The View, Sam Brown, Dodgy) at TPot Studio, the single showcases a bold evolution in Slyder’s sound — combining a modern sonic edge with the timeless energy of classic rock. Evans’ production brings clarity and punch to a track that is both sonically powerful and lyrically resonant.

Order and stream here: https://slyder-smith.ffm.to/killingthemachine

Killing The Machine follows a string of acclaimed releases including “Plan To Fail” and “Nobody’s Listening”, further cementing Slyder’s reputation as an artist unafraid to confront uncomfortable truths – from self-doubt and addiction to isolation and societal disconnection.
The release also comes as a limited edition numbered CD bundle. Including a signed CD, signed poster & lyric sheet featuring 2 tracks recorded live at a sold-out Forfar 10 Bar show last summer.

The release coincides with a run of UK live shows:
1st May – Audio (w/Bonifide), Glasgow
24th May – 10 Bar, Forfar
11th July – Rock Bottom, Falkirk
12th July – Trillians, Newcastle

Now fronting a powerful four-piece band featuring Brian Kerr (guitar), Kevin Skelly (bass, backing vocals), and John McAvoy (drums), Slyder continues to build momentum with electrifying live performances that have already seen sold-out shows and glowing praise from the UK rock press.
“The new band is sounding awesome in rehearsal; moving to a 4-piece was a great move that brings much more depth to the sound & we genuinely can’t wait to put it in front of a live audience”

Following the success of his critically acclaimed debut album Charm Offensive (2022), Slyder Smith remains a compelling voice in modern rock — delivering music that is fearless, honest, and deeply relevant to the times we live in.

“Killing The Machine” is available now on all major streaming platforms.

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https://www.instagram.com/slyder_smith
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRJya7QcdImW-Y2OUS0StfQ
Slyder Smith & the Oblivion Kids – Spotify

Slyder Smith & the Oblivion Kids – Website

ABROGATION’s New Album “Widerschein” Out Now + First Tour Dates for 2026/2027 Announced

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German melodic death metal outfit ABROGATION celebrate the release of their new studio album Widerschein”, out now via Massacre Records.

Order / Stream the album HERE: https://massacre-records.com/abrogation_widerschein_sale

Following the previously released singles “Morgenrot” and “Spieglein, Spieglein”, which introduced the album’s cinematic scope and emotional depth, “Widerschein” is now fully available, marking a new milestone in the band’s evolution.

With Widerschein”, ABROGATION deliver a powerful and narrative-driven record that blends melodic intensity, modern production and thematic depth. The album explores concepts of conflict, identity and fragile hope in times of uncertainty, combining aggressive riffs with atmospheric layers and dynamic vocal expression.

Developed over an extended creative period and refined through a detailed pre-production phase, the album represents a significant step forward in both songwriting and conceptual coherence. Mixed by Ricardo Borges and Jens Bogren and mastered by Tony Lindgren at Fascination Street Studios, Widerschein” achieves a modern, clear and impactful sound that enhances its emotional weight.

To support the release, ABROGATION have announced a series of live dates across Germany, bringing the new material to the stage:

LIVE DATES 2026 / 2027
04.09.2026 Hannover / Cafe Glocksee
12.09.2026 Barleben / Metal Embrace Festival
18.09.2026 Passau / Zauberberg
25.09.2026 Oberhausen / Helvete
10.10.2026 Selb / Rockclub Nordbayern
16.10.2026 Erfurt / From Hell
31.10.2026 Kirchheim / Linde
11.12.2026 Bremen / Zollkantine
30.01.2027 Cham / LA
17.04.2027 Soest / Schlachthof – Full Metal Impact

With their new album now unleashed and a strong live presence ahead, ABROGATION continue to establish themselves as one of the most compelling acts in the modern melodic death metal scene.

LINE-UP
Benny – Vocals
Poldi – Guitars
Kutte – Guitars
RW – Bass
John Doe – Drums

ABROGATION online:
https://www.abrogation.de
https://www.facebook.com/abrogation
https://www.instagram.com/abro_gation

TONIC BREED Drop Epic New Single ‘Close In’, Ft. Guest Drummer Charlie Engen

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Norwegian metal project Tonic Breed, led by founder Patrik K. Svendsen, has unleashed the new 2026 single “Close In”, a powerful, emotionally charged track featuring guest drums by Charlie Engen, known for his work with Five Finger Death Punch, Scale the Summit, and Ideology.

The single follows last year’s collaboration “Anew,” which featured legendary drummer Chris Adler (Firstborne, ex‑Lamb of God, ex‑Megadeth), continuing Tonic Breed’s ongoing evolution through high‑profile guest musicians and bold stylistic shifts.

Originally formed in 2006 as a four‑piece thrash and heavy metal band from Sarpsborg, Norway, Tonic Breed transitioned into a one‑man project in 2019. Since then, Svendsen has pushed the project into new creative territory, collaborating with world‑renowned musicians including Chris Adler, Dirk Verbeuren (Megadeth), Björn Strid (Soilwork), and Michael Gilbert (Flotsam and Jetsam).

With “Close In,” Tonic Breed continues this trajectory, this time exploring a more melodic, atmospheric, and emotionally layered sound.

“Close In” dates back to its original writing more than two decades ago and was revisited many times over the years, but never fully came together until now.

“This is definitely the track that’s taken the longest to finish. It’s been sitting with me for years, and it wasn’t until the right people got involved that it finally came together the way it was supposed to,” says Svendsen

Co‑producer Adrian Bjerketvedt helped shape the final structure, while Engen’s drum performance added nuance and dynamic movement. Composer Ben Zimmermann contributed orchestration. Some piano arrangements even transformed early guitar‑based ideas into emotional layers that complete the song’s atmosphere.

While still rooted in the project’s heavy foundation, “Close In” marks a shift toward melody, space, and emotional depth. It’s a semi‑ballad with clean passages, heavier sections, and dynamic contrasts. The song incorporates harmonies, choirs, and orchestration, rich layering, and atmospheric textures, a first for Tonic Breed.

Svendsen anticipates that “Close In” may surprise listeners.

“It still has weight and intensity, but it leans more into melody and atmosphere than what I’ve done before. Some will probably not expect it, but it still feels like a natural step for me.”

Lyrically, the song explores the long‑term weight of loss, how losing someone close can reshape a person over time, and the struggle to find oneself again while learning to live with that emotional burden.

“It comes from a pretty heavy place. It’s about losing people close to you and carrying that weight with you,” adds Svendsen.

Recommended for fans of Soilwork, Evergrey, Alter Bridge, and Trivium, listen to “Close in”: https://open.spotify.com/album/2l8pHhSRdhWfmJbrHQ5r8z