LORD OF THE LOST & INFECTED RAIN Reveal New Single + Video ‘Would You Walk With Me Through Hell?’

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Today, LORD OF THE LOST have revealed the third single cut from the upcoming new full-length, OPVS NOIR Vol. 2, out on December 12, 2025 via Napalm Records! On “Would You Walk With Me Through Hell?”, LORD OF THE LOST team up with INFECTED RAIN, adding an extra edge to the genre-fluid masters’ opulence. With Lena Scissorhands and Chris Harms, two of the most recognizable singers in the genre meet to create multi-layered soundscapes out of gentle clean vocals, powerful growls, and melancholic moods.
 
Following the recent success of last month’s co-headline tour with FEUERSCHWANZ, LORD OF THE LOST is currently in the middle of a tour of the UK and Ireland. Next year, the band will tour across the USA, Canada and Australia, before returning to Europe for the recently announced ‘TOVR NOIR 2026’, with shows in 19 countries.
 
Chris Harms on “Would You Walk With Me Through Hell?”:
“It was a great challenge to create a love song with such a powerful and positive message, yet with such a dark title and an even more sinister instrumental. And working with Lena, her versatile voice and her intense charisma, from the first idea to the final result, was a great journey both musically and personally!”

Lena Scissorhands adds:
“I’m incredibly honored and excited to have been invited to feature on this song with Lord Of The Lost. I loved every minute of working on it, and I think the collaboration turned out very unique and its darkness is just so beautiful. I can’t wait for the world to hear it!”

Following their enchantingly colorful BLOOD & GLITTER, which earned them participation in the final of the Eurovision Song Contest 2023 and a #1 chart entry in their native Germany, LORD OF THE LOST reinvent themselves yet again with OPVS NOIR. With OPVS NOIR Vol. 2, another 11 heartfelt songs join the three-part cycle, tying seamlessly into Vol. 1. With OPVS NOIR Vol. 2, the band delves deeper into their melancholic take on unravelling their innermost selves, adding a new hopeful layer to the wonderfully dark panorama already presented in OPVS NOIR Vol. 1.

Get your copy of OPVS NOIR Vol. 2 HERE – first formats are already sold out!

Opening with dark yet catchy “The Fall From Grace”, LORD OF THE LOST immediately showcases their way with grand ballroom choruses weaved into grave melodies that will continue to sit enthroned on all the varied tracks until the last note of the ballad “Sharp Edges”. Joining in are guests ranging from scene favorites to top-tier musicians outside the metal genre. First up is INFECTED RAIN’s Lena Scissorhands, who refines the pitch-black “Would You Walk With Me Through Hell?” with the full range of her fierce, yet fragile vocals. Similarly, Anna Brunner of rising melodic metal stars LEAGUE OF DISTORTION and symphonic metal band EXIT EDEN lends her energetic voice to “Please Break The Silence”, inducing goosebumps – every talent is an important scene in OPVS NOIR’s grimly colorful movie for the ears. Unexpectedly, yet fittingly, Finnish rap artist KÄÄRIJÄ, runner-up at Eurovision 2023, turns “Raveyard” into a dancefloor with a mix of industrial, gothic, and Finnish rap—as if heralding the dawn of a new genre. The most moving collaboration is the opulent “What Have We Become”, in which experimental artist IAMX meets Chris Harms for a cathartic duet.

OPVS NOIR Vol. 2 tracklisting:

  1. The Fall From Grace
  2. Would You Walk With Me Through Hell? (& Infected Rain)
  3. One Of Us Will Be Next 
  4. Walls Of Eden 
  5. Raveyard (feat. Käärijä)
  6. The Last Star 
  7. What Have We Become (feat. IAMX)
  8. Winter’s Dying Heart 
  9. Scarlight 
  10. Please Break The Silence (feat. Anna Brunner)
  11. Sharp Edges 

LORD OF THE LOST Live 2025
 
UK + IRELAND TOUR 
04.11.25 UK – Belfast    
05.11.25 IE – Dublin
07.11.25 UK – Bristol
08.11.25 UK – London
09.11.25 UK – Southampton
 
LORDFEST
13.12.25 DE – Hamburg / Sporthalle
Tickets: tour.lordofthelost.de

LORD OF THE LOST Live 2026
 
DARK WINTER TOUR – USA & CANADA 2026
Co-Headliner Tour w/ The Birthday Massacre
Special Guest Wednesday 13
19.01.26 US – Baltimore, MD / Baltimore Soundstage
20.01.26 US – Philadelphia, PA / Theatre of Living Arts
21.01.26 US – New Haven, CT / Toad’s Place
23.01.26 US – New York, NY / Webster Hall
24.01.26 US – Worcester, MA / The Palladium
25.01.26 CA – Montreal, QC / Beanfield Theatre
26.01.26 CA – Toronto, ON / Phoenix Concert Theatre
28.01.26 US – Cleveland, OH / House of Blues
29.01.26 US – Cincinnati, OH / Bongart’s
30.01.26 US – Detroit, MI / St. Andrews Hall
31.01.26 US – Chicago, IL / Concord Music Hall
02.02.26 US – Minneapolis, MN / First Avenue
04.02.26 US – Denver, CO / Summit Music Hall
05.02.26 US – Salt Lake City, UT / The Complex
07.02.26 US – Los Angeles, CA / The Fonda
08.02.26 US – San Francisco, CA / UC Theatre
 
Australia 2026
19.02.26 AU – Brisbane / Crowbar
20.02.26 AU – Melbourne / Max Watts
21.02.26 AU – Sydney / Crowbar
22.02.26 AU – Adelaide / Lion Arts
 
TOVR NOIR 2026
Special Guests:
AD INFINITUM [∞]
DOGMA [†]
LEAGUE OF DISTORTION [x]
12.03.26 NO – Oslo [∞]
13.03.26 SE – Gothenburg [∞]
14.03.26 SE – Stockholm [∞]
16.03.26 FI – Tampere [∞]
17.03.26 FI – Helsinki [∞]
19.03.26 EE – Tallinn [∞]
20.03.26 LT – Vilnius [∞]
21.03.26 PL – Warsaw [∞]
22.03.26 PL – Kraków [∞]
24.03.26 AT – Vienna
25.03.26 HU – Budapest [∞]
27.03.26 GR – Athens [∞]
28.03.26 BG – Sofia [∞]
29.03.26 RO – Bucharest [∞]
09.04.26 NL – Amsterdam [†] [X]
10.04.26 FR – Paris [†] [X]
11.04.26 FR – La Roche-sur-Yon [†] [X]
12.04.26 FR – Toulouse [†] [X]
14.04.26 ES – Madrid [†] [X]
15.04.26 ES – Barcelona [†] [X]
17.04.26 FR – Lyon [†] [X]
18.04.26 BE – Durbuy Rock [†] [X]
24.04.26 DE – Hexentanz [†] [X]
25.04.26 CH – Pratteln [†] [X]
26.04.26 IT – Milan [†] [X]
06.05.26 CZ – Prague [†] [X]

LORD OF THE LOST are:
Chris Harms – Vocals, Guitar
Pi Stoffers – Guitar
Benjamin “Benji” Mundigler – Guitar, Synths
Klaas Helmecke – Bass
Gerrit Heinemann – Piano, Synths, Percussion
Niklas Kahl – Drums
 
LORD OF THE LOST online:
WEBSITE
FACEBOOK
INSTAGRAM
TIKTOK
LORDSHOP
NAPALM RECORDS

CATALYST CRIME Return with New Single And Video ‘Cursebreaker’

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The cinematic symphonic metal collective CATALYST CRIME return with a powerful new single and video, “Cursebreaker” — out now on all digital platforms via Massacre Records.

Frontwoman Zoe Marie Federoff shares the deeply personal inspiration behind the song:

“This song was inspired by the story of my husband’s mother. She was part of a resistance network behind the Iron Curtain in then-Czechoslovakia, and she secretly translated banned literature into Czech before helping facilitate its distribution. I never got to meet my mother-in-law, as she sadly died over a decade ago, but everything I’ve ever heard paints her as a hero with a golden heart who helped change the world around her for the better — the ultimate ‘Cursebreaker’.”

CATALYST CRIME, known for its grand fusion of symphonic splendor and metallic force, first emerged in 2017 as the creative vision of vocalist and composer Zoe Marie Federoff, drummer Gerit Lamm (Angus McSixx, ex-Xandria), and guitarist Kaelen Sarakinis. Joined by orchestral composer and keyboardist Jonah Weingarten (Pyramaze, Aries Descendant), bassist Matt Federoff, and guitarist Chena, the band quickly found their footing under the production of Alexander Krull (Leaves’ Eyes, Atrocity) at Mastersound Studios in Stuttgart, Germany.

Their self-titled debut album, released in 2021, earned widespread acclaim for its blend of cinematic arrangements and melodic metal power. Following extensive touring across Europe and the UK alongside Leaves’ Eyes in spring 2024, CATALYST CRIME entered the studio once again to craft their long-awaited second full-length, slated for release in spring 2026.

Now, the band open this new chapter with “Cursebreaker” — a soaring, emotionally charged power ballad that showcases the band’s evolution while preserving the dramatic core that defines their sound. Sweeping orchestration, dynamic vocal performances, and intricate guitar layers converge into an anthem of resilience and legacy.

The upcoming album promises to elevate CATALYST CRIME’s symphonic metal identity even further — combining genre-bending compositions, vibrant orchestral scoring, and the renewed creative spark brought by the guitar duo Chena and Kaelen Sarakinis, alongside an all-star guest lineup soon to be revealed.

Follow CATALYST CRIME:
http://www.catalystcrime.com
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EUGENIO SAMBASILE Releases New Single And Video ‘Fragments Of Light’

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Logic Il Logic Records & Burning Minds Music Group are thrilled to announce that “Fragments Of Light,” the new single from Eugenio Sambasile’s solo project, is now available on all major streaming and digital download platforms. The release is accompanied by a video, produced by Bzk_Prod.

Buy digital / Stream “Fragments Of Light” now: https://www.burningmindsgroup.com/logic-illogic/buy/236

Eugenio Sambasile says: “Lies, deceit, subterfuge, and betrayal – ‘Fragments Of Light’ is almost a cathartic release about emotional vampirism. It addresses an all-too-relevant theme of people who feed off your energy until they completely drain you, only to move on.”

Eugenio Sambasile is an Italian musician, guitarist, music teacher, and composer. He is the founder and leader of the death metal band, Embryo, for which he is currently composing a new album. He’s performed live on stages across Europe with some of the most prominent artists in the industry. Moreover, he has collaborated with internationally renowned musicians such as Marty Friedman and George Kollias at educational events and seminars. His musical interests range from extreme metal to rock, blues, and country, showcasing his versatile influences.

Studio Line-up:
Eugenio Sambasile: Vocals, guitar, bass, drum programming
Ivan Bandera: Drum programming
Linda Binaschi: Backing vocals

Video Line-up:
Eugenio Sambasile: Vocals, guitar
Vittoria Feraboli: Bass
Ivan Bandera: Drums

Web/Social Links:
https://www.facebook.com/EugenioSambasileArtist
https://www.youtube.com/eugeniosambasile
https://www.burningmindsgroup.com/atomic-stuff
https://www.facebook.com/atomicstuff
https://www.instagram.com/atomic_stuff_promotion

JACK HARLON & THE DEAD CROWS Release New Lyric Video ‘Dave Is Done’ & Details of Forthcoming Album “Inexorable Opposites”

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JACK HARLON & THE DEAD CROWS unveil the lyric video ‘Dave Is Done‘ as the first single taken from the forthcoming new full-length “Inexorable Opposites“. The fourth album by the Australian Psychedelic Western Rockers is chalked up for release on  February 6,  2026,  via Magnetic Eye Records. 

Pre-order the album here: https://spkr.store/collections/jack-harlon-the-dead-crows  

JACK HARLON & THE DEAD CROWS comment: “Our first single, ‘Dave Is Done’, is an ode to an Australian musician friend with a neurodegenerative disease who has since passed away“, vocalist and guitarist Tim Coutts-Smith explains. “Through the years, we would intermittently chat via email, the lyrics are taken from real conversations we had and attempt to offer a glimpse into his story.”

Tracklist

  1. Moss
  2. Venomous
  3. Mt. Macedon
  4. Dave Is Done
  5. Junior Fiction
  6. Seer
  7. On the Overwhelm
  8. To Die

With their fourth album “Inexorable Opposites”, JACK HARLON & THE DEAD CROWS deliver a doozy of a record. The Psychedelic Western Rockers from Down Under have taken a big leap that was made possible by breaking new ground. 

It pays off that the Australians have dared to take numerous creative risks, of which several stand out:

First off, “Inexorable Opposites” introduces new drum powerhouse Brayden Becher, who has literally given the band an extra kick. This was amplified by employing Lewis Noke-Edwards as a third party engineer for the tracking of the drums, a first for JACK HARLON & THE DEAD CROWS, having done their recording in DIY fashion on past albums.  While the creative process was generally more collaborative than for previous releases, the album also comes with an extended range as it includes both the ‘heaviest’ and ‘gentlest’ songs the band have ever recorded. 

Probably as important as the musical tweaks is the new direction that the lyrics take on “Inexorable Opposites”. While there are still new tales playing out in the universe of the eponymous science fiction Western character Jack Harlon, the themes of the new songs rather revolve around the real world. Vocalist Tim Coutts-Smith was inspired by experiences both personal and from recent years as well as being influenced by his work in mental health.

This is summed up by the album’s title “Inexorable Opposites” that summarises the frequently contrasting emotional and lyrical content by drawing attention to a most inspirational quote from “Man and His Symbols” (1964), the final work of Swiss psychiatrist Carl Gustav Jung: “The sad truth is that man’s real life consists of a complex of inexorable opposites – day and night, birth and death, happiness and misery, good and evil. We are not even sure that one will prevail against the other, that good will overcome evil, or joy will defeat pain. Life is a battleground. It always has been and always will be; and if it were not so, existence would come to an end.”

Although the Outback is too far away to constitute a direct influence on JACK HARLON & THE DEAD CROWS, their atmospheric dark Western sound draws a connecting line from Australia to Arizona. It is part of a uniquely eclectic style that explores a wide range of genres and incorporates elements of blues, stoner rock, lo-fi fuzz, spaghetti western scores, and doom metal among others.

JACK HARLON & THE DEAD CROWS first incarnated as a side project of singer Tim Coutts-Smith around the year 2015. Over time, his steadily growing band developed into a full-fledged performing act.

From day one, Coutts-Smith centered his lyrics and themes around a fictional Western outlaw named Jack Harlon. He would often begin writing about real people and events, before turning them into characters and stories in a science fiction themed Western landscape.

JACK HARLON & THE DEAD CROWS are also known for their DIY approach, producing most of their albums and visual art internally. As a live act, the band has mostly toured and performed in Australia including sharing stages with international acts such as GREENLEAF, SASQUATCH, WO FAT, and WHORES.

So far, JACK HARLON & THE DEAD CROWS have released a self-titled debut EP in 2016, followed by three critically acclaimed albums and continuously growing recognition within the heavy underground: “Hymns” (2018), “The Magnetic Ridge” (2021), and “Hail to the Underground: Interpretations” (2023). The band also appeared on Magnetic Eye Records’ “Superunknown Redux” tribute to Soundgarden with their fuzzed-out, hallucinatory rendition of deep cut ‘Kickstand’.

JACK HARLON & THE DEAD CROWS deliver a beautifully matured and musically experienced version of their characteristic sound on the fourth album “Inexorable Opposites”. With adult lyrics that take their listeners seriously in a contemplation about the duality of life and the frequent contradictions of the self with the external world, the Australians show their growth as songwriters and musicians without losing the connection to the titanic fuzz and heavy riffs that helped put them on the map.

Line-up
Tim Coutts-Smith – vocals, guitar
Jordan Richardson – guitar
Brayden Becher – drums
Liam Barry – bass

Drum recording by Lewis Noke-Edwards at Black Lodge Studios, Brunswick, Melbourne (AU)
All other instruments engineered by Tim Coutts-Smith & Jordan Richardson at their home studios, Melbourne (AU)
Mixed by Tim Coutts-Smith at his home studio, Melbourne (AU)
Mastered by Tim Coutts-Smith at his home studio, Melbourne (AU)

Artwork by Baroquegothik
Layout by Karl Stehn (KDS Designs) & Łukasz Jaszak

Live
15 NOV 2025 Melbourne (AU) The Evelyn
06 DEC 2025 Melbourne (AU) Cactus Room +Heinous Crimes

http://www.facebook.com/jackharlondoom
http://www.instagram.com/jack.harlon.and.the.dead.crows

Prog Bass Titans Unite: RIGONI, MANRING & HAMM Sign to Musea Records — Secret Guest Drummer Incoming

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International bassist and composer Alberto Rigoni has officially signed with the legendary French label Musea Records for the release of his upcoming instrumental concept album “Dystopia”, scheduled for early 2026 (official date TBA).

The album unites three of the most respected and innovative bassists in the world — Alberto Rigoni, Michael Manring and Stuart Hamm — alongside drummer David Menoudakis, with another iconic drummer guest soon to be revealed.

Musea Records, founded in 1985, stands as one of the pillars of the global progressive rock scene, known for its uncompromising artistic vision, passion for musical innovation, and legacy of supporting genre-defining artists. Rigoni’s signing places Dystopia among the most anticipated progressive releases of the coming year.

The official album artwork — designed by Mark Barrett (Elmtree Creative) — has also been revealed, capturing the record’s mysterious, futuristic and dramatic tone.

A Bass Journey into Collapse and Rebirth

Dystopia is a cinematic instrumental odyssey exploring the rise, collapse, and rebirth of a futuristic world.

Blending progressive rock, fusion, ambient textures and experimental bass soundscapes, the album narrates emotion and dystopian atmosphere without lyrics — where texture, melody and rhythmic evolution become the language.

At its core are three unique bass voices, each shaping the sonic world with their own distinct identity:

  • Alberto Rigoni — Progressive, melodic, emotionally driven composer (Burning Black, ex-Twinspirits, Vivaldi Metal Project)
  • Michael Manring — Fretless pioneer and ambient visionary (Michael Hedges, Windham Hill Records)
  • Stuart Hamm — Fusion virtuoso and technical innovator (Joe Satriani, Steve Vai, Frank Gambale)

Supported by the dynamic drumming of David Menoudakis, the album develops a sound universe that is truly unique:

  • three bassists, three worlds, one futuristic sonic identity.
  • The bass is not just an instrument here — it is voice, engine and world-builder.

Alberto Rigoni stated:
“Signing with Musea for Dystopia is an honor. Musea has supported visionary progressive music for decades, and this album is one of the most ambitious and emotional works of my career. Working with Michael and Stuart has been incredible, and David’s drumming brings the whole story to life. And yes — another legendary drummer will be announced soon. I’m also thrilled to present the stunning artwork by Mark Barrett, which perfectly reflects the atmosphere of the record.”

Digital pre-order available on http://albertorigoni.bandcamp.com/album/dystopia
(First single track “Dystopia” already available for download!)

Credits
–Bass and composition: Alberto Rigoni, Michael Manring, Stuart Hamm
–Drums: David Menoudakis + special guest drummer TBA
–Artwork: Mark Barrett (Elmtree Creative)
–Label: Musea Records
–Release: Early 2026 — Digipack CD + Vinyl + Digital

Photos provided by featured artists.

For More information:

ALBERTO RIGONI:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alberto_Rigoni
http://www.facebook.com/albertorigonimusic
http://www.instagram.com/albertorigonibassplayer
http://albertorigoni.bandcamp.com
http://www.albertorigoni.net

MANAGEMENT:
https://www.facebook.com/SplitScreenManagement
http://www.splitscreenproduction.com

ANCIENT SETTLERS to Release “Autumnus (Revisited)” Digital EP on November 28th + Announce New Line-Up

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Ancient Settlers will release the “Autumnus (Revisited)” digital EP on November 28 through Scarlet Records.

“Autumnus (Revisited)” is the first Ancient Settlers release featuring the new singers Nia Creak and Noelia Fernández Jiménez, which joined the band earlier this year and already made their live debut.

«We’re honestly stoked about having two new singers joining the Ancient Settlers army! The combination of both voices — the melodic and the guttural — is something truly powerful. It brings a new dynamic, more intensity, and a lot of emotion to our music. We’re all really happy with how the chemistry is flowing, both in the studio and on stage. The interaction and energy during the live shows are going to be next level! Can’t wait for everyone to experience it!» – Ancient Settlers

artwork by Khalipse

With “Autumnus (Revisited)”, Ancient Settlers return to the origins of their musical journey to forge a new chapter in modern melodic death metal. Revisiting their 2021 debut EP, the band delivers a powerful reinterpretation that transcends nostalgia and stands as a bold artistic statement – heavier, more refined, and emotionally deeper than ever.

This new edition features five tracks, framed by an instrumental acoustic intro and outro that set a dramatic atmosphere before unleashing a wave of intensity. Ancient Settlers breathe new life into three of their cornerstone songs – “A Monument Restored”, “Die Around Me” and “Diamond Eyes” – reworking them with evolved arrangements, new sonic textures, and a stronger emotional impact. These updated versions blend melodic architecture with epic tension, aggressive rhythmic drive, and a powerful vocal interplay of guttural and clean voices.

Lyrically, the EP explores themes of decay, betrayal, rebirth, and inner struggle – reflecting the band’s signature emotional weight and introspective depth. The full lyrics are included to invite listeners into the conceptual layers of the release.

Visually, “Autumnus (Revisited)” is crowned by a striking new cover artwork by Khalipse, capturing the dramatic duality of vulnerability and strength that defines the sound and spirit of the record.

More than a re-recording, “Autumnus (Revisited)” is a statement of identity – an evolution that honors Ancient Settlers’ past while powerfully asserting who they are today.

“Autumnus (Revisited)” tracklist:

1 Intro
2 A Monument Restored
3 Die Around Me
4 Diamond Eyes
5 Outro

Total running time – 16:00

FFO: Arch Enemy, Hiraes, Lutharo, Dark Tranquility, Soilwork, The Agonist, Eluveitie

Ancient Settlers are:
Nia Creak – vocals
Noelia Fernández Jiménez – vocals
Rex Chiesa – guitar
Agustín Martinez – guitar
Enric Juan – bass
Hermán Riera – drums

More information: https://www.facebook.com/AncientSettlers