German metal label Reaper Entertainment is proud to announce the signing of Norwegian folk metal institution TROLLFEST. The band has entered a worldwide agreement for their upcoming releases and will now be part of the ever-growing Reaper family.
Since their formation, TROLLFEST have carved out a unique place in the global metal scene with their unmistakable blend of folk metal, humor, and a healthy dose of madness. Known for their high-energy live performances, colorful concepts, and ever-growing loyal fanbase, the band stands out as one of the most entertaining and distinctive acts in the genre.
This new partnership with Reaper Entertainment marks an exciting new chapter in TROLLFEST’s career and promises plenty of creative highlights in the future.
TROLLFEST comments: “We are very happy to present excellent true news! We have signed a deal with Reaper Entertainment who will release new music from TrollfesT! We are very pleased to become part of the ever-growing Reaper family and look forward to working together with the fantastic Reaper crew. Together we will spread True Norwegian Balkan Metal madness all over the proverbial slice of bread and put all people who spread Fake True Norwegian Balkan Metal madness in a shameful corner with no bread, proverbial or otherwise! Stay attentive to this matter as more news are sure to follow!!!”
Flori & Greg add: “We are beyond excited to welcome TROLLFEST to Reaper Entertainment. We’ve been big fans of the band for many years, and their incredible live shows have always stood out to us. Their unique energy, creativity, and ability to entertain make them a perfect fit for our roster. We’re truly happy to have them as part of the Reaper family and can’t wait to start this new chapter together.”
Further details regarding upcoming TROLLFEST releases on Reaper Entertainment will be announced soon.
Tour Dates: 24.06. – DK – Copenhagen – Copenhell 13.08. – DE – Dinkelsbühl – Summer Breeze
Photo credit: Rhys Bennett, High Voltage Photography
Maverick Aussie rockers Battlesnake will return to UK and European shores this summer as they today announce their I Killed Satan tour – cementing their growing reputation as one of Australia’s most electrifying heavy exports.
Taking in festival appearances at 2000trees, Bloodstock, ArcTanGent, and more, the band will be performing at the following dates:
08/07/2026 The Booking Hall Dover, UK Supporting Bat Sabbath 09/07/2026 Chinnerys Southend, UK Supporting Bat Sabbath 10/07/2026 2000 Trees Cheltenham, UK 11/07/2026 2000 Trees Cheltenham, UK 31/07/2026 Fekete Zaj Mátra mountains, HU 07/08/2026 Bloodstock Catton Park, Derbyshire, UK 08/08/2026 Downstairs at the Dome London, UK Headline show 09/08/2026 Concorde 2 Brighton, UK Headline show 10/08/2026 The 1865 Southampton, UK Supporting Castle Rat 13/08/2026 Motorcultur Carahaix, FR 14/08/2026 Zomerparkfeest Venlo, NL 15/08/2026 Dinosaurock Mikkeli, FN 19/08/2026 Hall Of Fame Tilburg, NL Headline show 21/08/2026 Obstwiesenfestival Dornstadt / Ulm, DE 22/08/2026 ArcTanGent Festival Fernhill Farm, UK
The band comment: “We’ve been counting the days to get back to the UK and Europe. There’s something electric about these crowds that just pulls us in every time. This isn’t just another run of shows, it’s a return to a place that’s become part of the Battlesnake story.”
Known for their explosive live performances and genre-bending take on metal, the band have built a loyal international following through relentless touring and a commitment to delivering unforgettable shows night after night.
This upcoming run sees Battlesnake take on a mix of major festivals and headline dates, alongside select support slots, bringing their high-intensity energy to audiences across the UK and mainland Europe. From the chaos of packed club rooms to the vast stages of renowned festivals, the band thrive in every setting, combining technical precision with theatrical flair.
Fans who’ve followed Battlesnake’s journey will know that each of their international tours has historically marked a new chapter for the band. While no official announcements have been made, there’s a growing sense that this run may be no different.
With momentum on their side and a reputation for pushing boundaries, Battlesnake’s return signals more than just another tour, it’s a statement of intent.
2025 was a rollercoaster year for the Australians as they released their Dawn Of The Exultants And The Hunt For The Shepherd album, and undertook a three month trek of the UK and Europe. Standout performances at Download Festival, Boomtown, Copenhell, ArcTanGent, 2000trees, supporting Eagles of Death Metal, co-headline shows with DZ Deathrays – all led to the reputation of this truly unique sextet well and truly exploding.
In 2024, Battlesnake‘s momentum erupted internationally across the UK and Europe where their unique sound resonated with fans and critics alike. Their album The Rise and Demise of the Motorsteeple (2024) marked a significant milestone in their career, blending high-octane metal with intricate storytelling. The album’s success propelled Battlesnake into the global spotlight, securing their place as one of the most anticipated bands in the scene.
2025 was Battlesnake‘s biggest yeaar to date, with the release of their mindbending new record Dawn Of The Exultants And The Hunt For The Shepherd. With each performance, Battlesnake will proved their reputation as one of the most dynamic live acts in modern rock.
The rising titans of Australian hard rock and pure heavy metal, Battlesnake quickly ascended from the underground, captivating audiences worldwide with their unique blend of powerful riffs and dynamic songwriting. Channelling the likes of Queen, Judas Priest and Black Sabbath into something familiar yet ground breaking at the same time. Renowned for their high-octane live performances, epic theatrical compositions, and relentless energy, they have firmly established themselves as one of the most exciting acts in contemporary metal.
Formed in 2019, Battlesnake quickly captured attention with their debut EP, Myths and Legends from Gorbag’s Domain (2020), followed by their self-titled full-length album in 2023. With each release, their sound has evolved into a mighty force, blending heavy riffs, soaring vocals, and intricate melodies, while keeping the raw, unrelenting energy that defines their live shows.
The band’s explosive rise in Europe and the UK was complemented by their collaboration with renowned acts like KISS (on their “End of the World Tour”), The Smashing Pumpkins, and Jane’s Addiction (on the “World Is a Vampire Tour”). The Australian outfit’s electrifying live performances were met with widespread acclaim, leading to sold-out shows and a rapidly growing fan base in these territories.
All hail Battlesnake!
Battlesnake are:
Nick Zammit (drums) Sam Frank (vocals) Ben Frank (guitar) Daniel Willington (guitar) Billy O’Key (keytar) Elliot Hitchcock (bass)
Frontiers Music Srl regretfully announces some necessary changes to the Frontiers Rock Festival 2026 bill, and shares the confirmed set times for the event, set to take place on May 1, 2 and 3, 2026, at the Live Club in Trezzo sull’Adda (Milan), Italy.
Unfortunately, Frontline, Robin Beck, and House Of Lords will no longer be able to perform at this year’s edition of the Festival. These cancellations are due to serious and unexpected health issues affecting members of the artists involved.
While we are saddened that these performances can no longer take place, the health and wellbeing of the artists must take absolute priority. We extend our full support and best wishes to all those affected.
Frontiers Rock Festival is pleased to confirm that Russ Ballard, Dan Byrne and Smoking Snakes will join the line-up and perform at the festival.
The New Names Added To The FRF 2026
RUSS BALLARD Russ Ballard is one of the most renowned songwriters in pop and rock music having written timeless hits for bands like Rainbow, KISS, Ace Frehley, Uriah Heep, Frida, America among others. His music career started when he was only 14 years old; during the 70’s and 80’s, his songs ruled the airwaves and the list of hits is pretty much endless. Numerous records/artists were also produced by him including Roger Daltrey, America, or Skindred. In 1974, he started a solo career. Since then, Russ released 10 studio albums, and his latest one, “Songs From The Warehouse / The Hits Rewired”, was released last year on Frontiers, containing new songs and brand new recordings of famous hits either penned or performed by him during the years. Get ready for an unforgettable show at the Frontiers Rock Festival, with a that set that will highlight his remarkable career as one of rock’s most influential songwriters and performers.
DAN BYRNE Hotly-tipped UK rocker Dan Byrne debuted as a solo artist in 2023 with the EP “Beginnings”. His powerhouse, soul-inflected vocal and deftly-executed, yet hugely accessible songcraft has quickly marked him out as an artist on the rise. Dan has toured already the UK three times, delivered standout performances at multiple festivals and found overwhelming support from Planet Rock – the UK’s leading rock station. Byrne is set to release his long-awaited debut solo album, “This Is Where The Show Begins”, which will be exclusively available for early purchase at the Festival, marking the next powerful step in his evolution as an artist. Dan is now pleased to join the Frontiers Rock Festival line up, where he will bring his high energy rock and his vocal talent to the Italian audience!
SMOKING SNAKES Hailing from Gothenburg, Smoking Snakes are steadily carving out their place in the sleaze metal scene with a sound that blends attitude, melody, and raw energy. Inspired by the great arena rock bands of the 1980s, their music has evolved beyond its roots to develop a distinct and recognizable identity of its own. Their new album “All Lights On” is set to arrive in July, delivering a collection of songs that balance grit and melody, showcasing a band that is becoming more confident, focused, and mature without losing its edge. The Frontiers Rock Festival audience is in for a treat, with a powerful performance showing their artistic growth, a clear sonic direction and a genuine passion for their craft.
The Set Times of the FRF 2026
DAY 1 – FRIDAY, MAY 1
Doors Open: 13:45
14:45 – Streetlight 15:30 – Shiraz Lane 16:25 – Dan Byrne 17:35 – Creye 18:40 – Russ Ballard 20:10 – Giant 22:00 – Starship ft. Mickey Thomas
DAY 2 – SATURDAY, MAY 2
Doors Open: 13:45
14:45 – Fighter V 15:35 – Hell in the Club 16:30 – Atlantic 17:30 – Degreed 18:40 – Heavens Edge 20:10 – H.E.A.T. 21:50 – Night Ranger
DAY 3 – SUNDAY, MAY 3
Doors Open: 13:30
14:15 – IT’sALIE 15:05 – Transatlantic Radio 16:00 – Smoking Snakes 17:00 – Confess 18:10 – John Corabi 19:40 – Nelson 21:20 – Stryper
From the underground depths of Trier, ROTTEN SOIL unleash a savage tribute to the glory days of death metal – filthy, furious, and forged in the spirit of the early ’90s Swedish scene. Since their formation in 2020, the band has been on a relentless mission: no trends, no compromises – just pure, chainsaw-driven brutality. The band’s lineup features Kring (vocal & drums on the album), Svenom (guitars), S.K. (bass), and Sepp (drums), forming a unit that delivers both raw intensity in the studio and crushing power on stage.
In 2022, the German band released well received by listeners and media, debut album titled “From Beyond the Grave“. Now, ROTTEN SOIL return with new studio albim “I Worship Death” which is an eleven-track onslaught of relentless riffs, thunderous drums, and venomous vocals. Written and recorded by the band themselves, the album embodies uncompromising death metal at its core, including a crushing Dismember cover of “Casket Garden.”
Music for the newest record was mixed and mastered by Fredrik Nordström at the legendary Studio Fredman (At The Gates, Dimmu Borgir, In Flames) in Sweden. Band logo was done by Christophe Szpajdel (Emperor, Moonspell, Graveland (PL)), while the striking cover artwork was created by Adrián Ribes. Album was released in digital format (smart link), CD and limited vinyl on February 27, 2026, and is available for purchase at Bandcamp (link here).
Band comments their new album: “I Worship Death delivers a sound that hits like a sledgehammer – classic in spirit, lethal in execution. No gimmicks. No mercy. No escape. Rotten Soil is death metal—pure and uncompromising“.
TRACKLIST:
01. Eulogy 02. The Reapers Crown 03. Graveyard Rat 04. Purgatory 05. Pain 06. I Worship Death 07. Die for Me 08. The Soul Collector 09. Burial Ground 10. Mortis Aeternum 11. Casket Garden
LINEUP:
Svenom – guitars Kring – vocal, drums (on the album) S.K. – bass Sepp – drums (live)
For the very first time, “Sweet – Live At The Capitol” (Hanover 1991) is being released in a carefully restored reissue as a CD digipack and limited-edition white vinyl.
Recorded at the height of their live power in the early 90s, SWEET treat their enthusiastic audience to high-energy renditions of their classics as well as rare album tracks at this concert.
Alongside founding member Andy Scott, SWEET at that time consisted of Mal McNulty (Slade), Bodo Schopf (Eloy/MSG) and Steve Grant (George Harrison/Eric Burdon).
01. Hellraiser 02. AC/DC 03. X-Ray Specs 04. Sweet F.A. 05. The Six Teens 06. Burn On The Flame 07. Cockroach 08. Action 09. Love Is Like Oxygen 10. Set Me Free 11. Blockbuster 12. Teenage Rampage 13. Introduction 14. Fox On The Run 15. The Ballroom Blitz
German heavy metal legends ACCEPT celebrate 50 years of pure power, by bringing together the scene’s A-list musicians for a landmark release. Teutonic Titans 1976–2026 stands as a definitive statement of the band’s legacy, forged in steel and driven by unmistakable riffs. Arriving September 4, 2026, via Napalm Records, the album delivers some of the most iconic songs ever written in heavy music.
Led by guitarist Wolf Hoffmann, the longtime architect of ACCEPT’s sound, the band is joined by a staggering 50 guests across 19 reimagined versions of their biggest tracks. Teutonic Titans 1976-2026 is ACCEPT’smost ambitious and star-studded release to date, reaching far beyond their country’s borders. Featuring the biggest names in heavy music paying tribute to the German icons, the record cements the band’s standing on the global stage. This is more than an album; it is a manifesto of metal! Pre-orders are now available in various exclusive formats.
Wolf Hoffmann about Teutonic Titans 1976-2026: “There is no better way to celebrate this 50-year anniversary than to have our musical peers, friends, and inspirations come together with us to record these classic ACCEPT songs, which I am honored and proud to share with the World. I hope everyone enjoys this very special record as much as we all enjoyed making it.”
Chronologically progressing through albums from their formative years, from I’m a Rebel (1980) to Eat the Heat (1989), ACCEPT present their songs with an all-new, all-star lineup, alongside the signature voice of Mark Tornillo and Wolf Hoffmann’s unmistakable riffs. By enlisting a Who’s Who of metal, no two songs on Teutonic Titans 1976-2026 are the same. Every track features a different combination of vocals, guitars, bass, and drums, giving each classic a fresh edge.
Tobias Forge delivers a commanding performance on the track “Save Us” (I’m a Rebel, 1980), joined by Ray Luzier on drums. Phil Anselmo, Kirk Hammett, and Mikkey Dee tear through the speed metal classic “Fast As A Shark” (Restless and Wild, 1982). “Balls to the Wall” surges with the powerful range of Metal God Rob Halford, alongside the guitar work of Matthias Jabs, while the reimagined “Love Child” is elevated by Billy Corgan and David Ellefson (both songs fromBalls to the Wall, 1983).
Other guest stars on ACCEPT’s extraordinary release include K. K. Downing, Bobby Blitz, Hansi Kürsch, Chris Jericho, Ralf Scheepers, Billy Sheehan, Ola Englund, and Jeff Loomis. The album also features a re-recording of “Hellhammer” (Eat the Heat, 1989), performed by ACCEPT’s current lineup: Wolf Hoffmann, bassist Martin Motnik, guitarist Philip Shouse and drummer Christopher Williams, joined by Jason McMaster on vocals.
Teutonic Titans 1976-2026 track listing:
Fast as a Shark
Balls to the Wall
Aiming High
Run If You Can
Hellhammer
Metal Heart
Losers and Winners
Save Us
Up to the Limit
Wrong Is Right
Starlight
Fight It Back
Love Child
Breaker
Demon’s Night
T.V. War
London Leatherboys
Monsterman
Restless and Wild
ACCEPT Live 2026
Guests: ENFORCER 03.05.26 SE – Gothenburg / Filmstudion 06.05.26 SE – Stockholm / Cirkus
Festivals 01.05.26 NO – Kopervik / Karmøygeddon Metal Festival 2026 05.06.26 CZ – Pilsen / Metalfest 18.06.26 BE – Dessel / Graspop Metal Meeting 19.06.26 FR – Clisson / Hellfest 04.07.26 ES – Barcelona / Rock Fest 10.07.26 DE – Nideggen / Tollrock Festival 12.07.26 DE – Herten / Zeche Ewald 25.07.26 TR – Istanbul / Maximum Uniq Open Air 27.07.26 BG – Sofia / National Palace of Culture 29.07.26 RO – Ghimbav-Brasov / Rockstad Extreme Fest 07.08.26 FI – Helsinki / Hellsinki Metalfest 29.08.26 UK – Newark / Stonedead Festival
Guests: TAILGUNNER 27.08.26 UK – Wolverhampton / KK’s Steel Mill 28.08.26 UK – London / Indigo at The O2
Guests: DYNAZTY & TAILGUNNER 19.11.26 DE – Leipzig / Haus Auensee 20.11.26 DE – Lingen / Emsland Arena 21.11.26 DE – Oberhausen / Turbinenhalle 22.11.26 FR – Paris / L’Olympia 24.11.26 DE – Balingen / Volksbankmesse 25.11.26 FR – Lyon / Transbordeur 27.11.26 ES – Valencia / Auditorio 28.11.26 ES – Madrid / La Cubierta 29.11.26 FR – Toulouse / Le Bikini 01.12.26 CH – Zurich / Komplex 457 02.12.26 IT – Milano / Alcatraz 04.12.26 AT – Vienna / Gasometer 05.12.26 CZ – Zlin / Sports Hall Datart 06.12.26 HU – Budapest / Barba Negra 08.12.26 DE – Berlin / Uber Eats Music Hall 09.12.26 PL – Gliwice / Arena Gliwice 11.12.26 DE – Hamburg / Inselpark Arena 12.12.26 DE – Offenbach / Stadthalle 13.12.26 BE – Brussels / AB 15.12.26 DE – Herford / Kulturwerk 16.12.26 NL – Tilburg / O13 18.12.26 DE – Neu-Ulm / Ratiopharm Arena 19.12.26 DE – Geiselwind / Eventhall 20.12.26 DE – Munich / Zenith
ACCEPT are: Wolf Hoffmann – Guitar Mark Tornillo – Vocals Philip Shouse – Guitar Christopher Williams – Drums Martin Motnik – Bass
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