BIOHAZARD Release New Video ‘Death Of Me’ from Upcoming Album

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Brooklyn hardcore legends BIOHAZARD release their explosive new single“Death of Me” from their upcoming album ‘Divided We Fall,’ their first studio release in over a decade, out October 17th via BLKIIBLK. Reuniting the original lineup, the album delivers a blistering statement of unity amid chaos. “Death of Me” arrives alongside a visualizer video, available to watch below.

About the song, Danny Schuler (drums) comments:

“’Death of Me.’ One of my favorites! To me, this song embodies the frustration, miscommunication, and intolerance that we sometimes deal with in our lives. This song is a mid-tempo banger for anyone feeling like life is a never-ending battle against everything and everyone. Never give up!!!”

Produced, mixed, and mastered by Matt Hyde (Slayer, Hatebreed, Deftones), ‘Divided We Fall’ captures BIOHAZARD at their most raw, relentless, and unifying. The album blends the band’s unmistakable fusion of hardcore, metal, and streetwise groove with a sharpened edge for a fractured modern world delivering a powerful reminder of why BIOHAZARD remains one of the most vital and influential bands in heavy music.

Recording sessions took place at Shorefire Recording Studios (Long Branch, NJ) and The Hydeaway (Van Nuys, CA), with engineering by Joseph DeMaio and additional recording from Matt Hyde. Guitar and production tech duties were handled by Phil Caivano.

BIOHAZARD’s upcoming release via BLKIIBLK marks a new chapter in a storied career that began in the late ’80s, one defined by aggressive sound, socially conscious lyrics, and an unwavering commitment to their roots.

Pre-Order ‘Divided We Fall’ HERE 

‘Divided We Fall’ Track List:
1. F**k the System
2. Forsaken
3. Eyes on Six
4. Death of Me
5. Word to the Wise
6. Fight to be Free
7. War Inside Me
8. S.I.T.F.O.A.
9. Tear Down the Walls
10. I Will Overcome
11. Warriors
 
In more news, NEW NOISE MAGAZINE’s Issue #78 features NYC/Brooklyn hardcore legends BIOHAZARD on the cover. The band spoke with the magazine about their upcoming album ‘Divided We Fall’ and more. The issue will be available worldwide this September HERE.

BIOHAZARD will be on their “Divided We Fall Tour” this fall with support from Onyx, Bayway, and Swollen Teeth, including a homecoming show at the Warsaw in Brooklyn on October 28th. A full list of dates is below.

BIOHAZARD Live:
10/3: Pittsburgh, PA @ Preserving
10/4: Indianapolis, IN @ Hi-Fi Annex
10/5: Birmingham, AL @ Furnace Fest
10/7: Dallas, TX @ Ferris Wheeler’s
10/8: San Antonio, TX @ Paper Tiger
10/10: Albuquerque, NM @ Sunshine Theater
10/11: Phoenix, AZ @ Van Buren
10/12: Los Angeles, CA @ The Bellwether
10/13: Berkeley, CA @ UC Theatre
10/15: Salt Lake City, UT @ The Complex
10/16: Denver, CO @ Gothic Theatre
10/18: Lawrence, KS @ Liberty Hall
10/19: Minneapolis, MN @ First Avenue
10/21: Chicago, IL @ Concord Music Hall
10/22: Madison, WI @ Majestic Theater
10/23: Pontiac, MI @ Crofoot
10/25: Montreal, QC @ Beanfield Theatre
10/26: Toronto, ON @ Mod Club
10/28: Brooklyn, NY @ Warsaw
10/29: Worcester, MA @ Palladium
10/31: Allentown, PA @ Archer Music Hall
11/1: Sayreville, NJ @ Starland Ballroom
11/3: New Haven, CT @ Toad’s

Musical pioneers in every sense of the word, BIOHAZARD were one of the first bands to seamlessly blend hardcore, heavy metal, punk, and hip hop into an intoxicating genre all their own. After more than a decade away, the Brooklyn, NY band’s OG lineup reunited in 2023 to both fan fervor and critical acclaim, headlining the opening night of the legendary Milwaukee Metal Fest for their first show back. Ghost Cult Magazine said they “explosively unleashed their fury with fortitude and force” with “a superhuman set and an awe-inspiring show.”

The band followed with two sold-out hometown shows in New York City, a late-summer festival run in the UK and Europe, and a fall direct support slot with Megadeth across North America. That was just the start. They returned to Europe and the UK in 2024 for the early summer festival season – including a headlining slot at Download – and made their triumphant return to South America in spring, then returned home to blow out America’s exploding festival circuit.

Their return did more than turn heads; it caused whiplash, and they partnered with BlkIIBlk Records to record and release new music. More incendiary and relentless than ever, the trailblazers have a fresh outlook and revitalized spirit. This is more than a reunion – for Billy Graziadei (vocals/guitar), Bobby Hambel (lead guitar), Danny Schuler (drums), and Evan Seinfeld (vocals/bass), it’s a revitalization and rebirth. 

BIOHAZARD are:
Billy Graziadei – vocals/guitar
Bobby Hambel – lead guitar
Danny Schuler – drums
Evan Seinfeld – vocals/bass

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VERILEHTO Release First Single And Music Video for Title Track of Upcoming Album “Aarnihauta”

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Finnish black metal band Verilehto is set to release their second album Aarnihauta on November 28th 2025 via Inverse Records. The first single and music video also titled Aarnihauta is unleashed today: https://push.fm/fl/verilehto-aarnihauta 

-Composition, arrangement & production: Janne Tuikkala.
-Lyrics & arrangement: Janne Partanen.
-Arrangement: Markus Räipiö.
-Mastering: Petteri Kurki
-ISRC: FI3FC2595603
-Artwork by Markus Räipiö

“After joining Verilehto, the first song I took on was Aarnihauta. I immediately knew what kind of playing I wanted for that song and built the bass sound for the album somewhat in the spirit of Testament’s Practice what You Preach album. Aarnihauta song like the whole album, features some playing from me that deviates a bit from the usual black metal style, but it remains to be seen how listeners will receive it. The overall sound is definitely our “style,” meaning rough but beautiful.” Says Markus Räipiö

Track list:

  1. Surutta Tapettu
  2. Nälänhätä
  3. Aarnihauta
  4. Kalman Sotajuokko
  5. Tuhkaverho
  6. Syöjätär
  7. Virvatulet

Artwork by Awinita Alm

The Finnish melodic black metal band Verilehto is back with a new album, Aarnihauta. The album title translates as ‘hidden grave in the forest’, which is a fitting description of the band’s second album.

Verilehto plays Finnish 90s-style black metal, characterised by melodic and aggressive riffs, raw vocals, and an eerie overall tone. The Finnish folklore-inspired lyrics fit well with the band’s versatile riffs, and the songs vary from fast blastbeats to slower storytelling elements.

This album also sees a change in Verilehto’s line-up, with Markus Räppiö from Kaira joining the crew. With Markus on bass, Janne Partanen (Hautajaisyö, Alfa Pentatonik, Marraskuun Lapset, Paavalin Harhat) on vocals, and Janne Tuikkala (Muria & Dawn of Everwinter) on guitars, drums and synth, the band is stronger than ever.

‘Aarnihauta’ sees the band continuing to evolve from their debut album ‘Kuoleman Siipien Havina’ by focusing on their own sound and style. The album is not overly polished, and has a good raw quality to the production, but this is not the main focus. It was recorded by the band themselves in 2024–25. 

The album artwork was created by the talented Awinita Alm, and the single artwork was created by the band. The “Aarnihauta” video was filmed in 2024 and edited by Janne Tuikkala and Markus Räppiö.

Line-up:
Janne Tuikkala – Guitars, Drums, Synths
Janne Partanen – Vocals
Markus Räipiö – Bass & Backing Vocals

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EEK-A-MOUSE Squeaks Out Another Mouse-terpiece with His Amazing New Album

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It’s the kind of pairing you could never have predicted. On the one hand, we have Earth Wind and Fire, a name that needs no introduction, and “September,” a 1978 #1 for the Chicago funkmeisters that seems as beloved today as it was way back then.

And, on the other, we have Eek-A-Mouse… who probably requires no introduction, either.  Falling from his upcoming new album, Mouse-Terpieces: The Best of Eek-A-Mouse, “September” is his latest single, and hearing is believing. So here it is….

SINGLE: https://orcd.co/eekamouse_september

Always and forever one of the most visually idiosyncratic and vocally distinctive toasters in the entirety of reggae history, the Mighty Mouse has been peppering the dancehalls with his wild, wired and sometimes just plain weird styles and statements for 50 years now… alnd older ears among us doubtless still remember the first time they heard “Creation,” the backing musicians doing their level best to keep up with the schoolboy Eek’s already-revolutionary scat vocals and “singjay” delivery.

Eek-A-Mouse’s earliest singles were released under his birth name Ripton Joseph Hylton; it would be four years before he assumed that new identity (although he had already been using it as the name for his own record label); his first as Eek-A-Mouse, in 1979, became a hit and there was no stopping him after that.

Or since then, either. According to legend, Eek-A-Mouse took his name from a racehorse he once bet on, but it fit him like the most finely-tailored suit… or whatever other eccentric outfit he chose to wear.  

Mouse-Terpieces: The Best of Eek-A-Mouse has already pricked up ears around the world via its revolutionary reinvention of Michael Jackson’s killer from Thriller,  “Billie Jean.”  Or, if you prefer, by his treatment of Guns n’Roses’ “Sweet Child Of Mine.”  Or even Johnny Nash’s “I Can See Clearly Now.”

But the album is brimming with further fresh surprises, as Eek-A-Mouse burrows deep, too, into his own catalog of past masters and draws vital new vivacity from those songs as well – “Noah’s Ark,” the 1980 Junjo Lawes production that introduced him to audiences outside of Jamaica; the following year’s international smash “Wa-Do-Dem”; the mighty “Ganja Smuggling”; the remarkable “Anarexol”….

Oh, and if you thought Jacko, Axl and Earth Wind and Fire were odd company for the Eek to be keeping, wait until you hear what happens when he collides with Whitney Houston’s immortal “I Wanna Dance with Somebody (Who Loves Me).”

Mouse-Terpieces: The Best of Eek-A-Mouse is the kind of title you’d normally associate with a greatest hits package, and it is one of those in many ways.  But it’s also one of his finest, and fun-est albums ever… one of his own career best, in other words.  A mouse-terpiece, then, in every sense of the word.

CD/VINYL: https://cleorecs.com/search?q=eek-a-mouse
DIGITAL: https://orcd.co/eekamouse

Track listing

1. Ganja Smuggling
2. Anarexol
3. Wa-Do-Dem
4. Israelites
5. Roots, Rock, Reggae
6. Sensee Party
7. Long Time Ago
8. Noah’s Ark
9. September
10. Billie Jean
11. I Wanna Dance with Somebody (Who Loves Me)
12. I Can See Clearly Now
13. Sweet Child O’ Mine

THE PROPHECY 23 Premiere New Video ‘Chill Em All’

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German crossover thrashers THE PROPHECY 23 are back with a new video for “Chill Em All,” taken from their latest album “Mosh O’ Clock”. Known for their explosive mix of thrash, groove, and relentless energy, the band once again deliver a heavy dose of riffs and attitude.

The release of “Chill Em All” follows the success of “Mosh O’ Clock,” which stormed into the official German album charts at #44 and reached an impressive #12 in the official Rock/Metal charts. This achievement marks a major milestone in the band’s career, proving their growing impact on the international metal scene.

With “Chill Em All,” THE PROPHECY 23 combine humor, raw power, and their trademark crossover style in a video that perfectly captures the spirit of the band — intense, uncompromising, and fun.

The video for “Chill Em All” is now streaming on Massacre Records’ official YouTube channel, while “Mosh O’ Clock” is available HERE: http://www.theprophecy23.com/

With “Mosh O’Clock,”THE PROPHECY 23 further cements their very own style: Fresh Metal – a wild mix of thrash, death and punk, first introduced on the last album and now taken to the next level. “Mosh O’Clock” is their heaviest, fastest, and most aggressive record yet — still packed with the humor and attitude that makes them unique.

Though it’s not a concept album, there’s a clear theme running through it: living without limits, standing up against injustice, and embracing chaos and community. From sharp calls against fascism to wild celebrations of friendship, the lyrics hit hard and true.

The songwriting is tighter, the riffs more brutal, and the production crisp and powerful. It’s not overproduced — Mosh O’Clock keeps a raw edge and harshness, but remains extremely tight and clear. Recorded, co-produced, mixed, and mastered by Kai Stahlenberg at Kohlekeller Studios — known for top albums by Powerwolf, Electric Callboy, Kanonenfieber, and more — this album sounds massive and fresh.

Anyone into thrash, death, punk and party knows what time it is: it’s Mosh O’Clock.

Track Listing:
01. Chill ‘Em All
02. Mosh O’Clock
03. Work Eat Sleep Repeat
04. Welcome To The Blast Beach
05. Fresh Metal Fights Fascism
06. Forever 23
07. Ready To Get Wasted Again
08. I Feel Black
09. Good Enough For Me
10. 23/7
11. No Money Back
12. I Won’t Go
13. Supermassive Green Hole

THE PROPHECY 23 live:
19.09.2025 Amsterdam, Cave
20.09.2025 Hamm, Ragers Elite Festival
18.10.2025 Speyer, Halle 101
07.11.2025 Hamburg, Bambi Galore
08.11.2025 Berlin, Reset Club
28.11.2025 Essen, Turock
23.12.2025 Rottenburg, Klause
07.03.2026 Mannheim, 7er

THE PROPHECY 23 are:
Hannes Klopprogge – Vocals, Guitars
Luca Micelli – Vocals
Phil Butcher – Guitars
Jackson Fleck – Bass
Theo Berberig – Drums

THE PROPHECY 23 online:
www.instagram.com/theprophecy23
www.facebook.com/theprophecy23
www.youtube.com/TheProphecy23
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Styrian Death Metal Newcomers GRIMMING Sign With Napalm Records, New Single/Video ‘Wüdschitz’ Out Now

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From mountainous Styria hail death metal newcomers GRIMMING, who have just signed their first record deal with Napalm Records! One viral song with outstanding numbers for a debut was all it took for the young Austrian band to pique the heavy hitting label’s interest. With dialect, traditional attire and strong stories from their home region, this rising band – whose youngest member is just 15 years old – knows exactly where they’re going!
 
In celebration of this new chapter, GRIMMING have released a new single, “Wüdschitz” (an Austrian dialect word for poacher). Perfectly showcasing their strength in storytelling, hauntingly cold death metal accentuates the tragic tale of a man forced into poaching due to famine. Roaring riffs and full-dialect vocals make obstructive hunting laws and the fight for survival against winter’s grasp palpable – until the bitter end.
 
GRIMMING about “Wüdschitz”:
“‘Wüdschitz’ describes the true story of alpine poaching and the unfair distribution of game laws in earlier times. It is a middle finger to authority and oppression, and no romantic hunter’s tale, but rather the brutal survival story of the foot soldiers who rose up against hunger, laws, and large landowners. Where guns blasted, blood flowed, and the forest became a battlefield, ‘Wüdschitz’ begins.”
 
Napalm Records Senior A&R Sebastian Muench about the signing:
“The death metal band GRIMMING from Upper Styria perfectly symbolizes the impressive, rugged and mysterious mountains, the lonely green forests and cold, clear lakes of the Ennstal region. GRIMMING combine sophisticated death metal with ancient traditions, stories, and legends. Welcome to the Napalm Records family!”

GRIMMING took their first steps into the scene with “Lindwurm” in the spring of 2025. The track and its video, filmed in a compelling alpine landscape, quickly gained traction – GRIMMING amassed 100k views and counting on their debut reel. They quickly followed up with their live debut and are now set to bring the heavy stories of their mountain home to metal fans worldwide.

GRIMMING Live 2025
27.09.25 AT – Leoben / 2 Days Of Metal
25.10.25 AT – Gleisdorf / Kulturkeller
14.11.25 AT – Stainach / CCW
06.12.25 AT – Graz / club wakuum
 
GRIMMING are:
Samuel Dukic – Vocals, Guitar
Aron Dukic – Drums
Martin Wolfgang Peer – Guitar
Michael Alexander Marinitsch – Bass
 
GRIMMING online:
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SEMPER ACERBUS Sign Exclusive Worldwide Deal with Eclipse Records, New Full-Length Album “Following Omens” Out January 9th

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Eclipse Records is thrilled to announce the signing of SEMPER ACERBUS to an exclusive worldwide deal. This American Metalcore band brings us to the brink of poison and pain like exotic plague doctors bursting from the shadows and forging a path for us into the light. Semper Acerbus just finished up production of their new third full-length album entitled Following Omens which will be released via Eclipse Records on January 9, 2026. The album was produced, mixed & mastered by Chris Mora (Upon a Burning Body, Kingdom Collapse) at Warhorse Recordings in San Antonio, TX.
 
“Signing with Eclipse Records is a major step towards the next chapter of our band’s journey.” says guitarist Joe Dragich. “In a business filled with disappointment and defeat, it feels great to have someone believe in us. I’m grateful to Eclipse Records, and excited for the future.” Lead vocalist Nelson Acerbus adds “It feels good that this great company believes in us and what we do!” Guitarist Jaime Vargas continues, “We’re honored to join Eclipse Records and bring our music to life with such an incredible team!”

Semper Acerbus go straight for the jugular with their blistering third metalcore album titled Following Omens, blasting us across deserts, dunes, mountains, and woodlands deep and dark in the pit of the heart. The vocals are a nuclear fusion of rip-saw growls accented and built on in key moments with layers of traditional lead and harmony lines both modern and medieval, all meant to paint you pictures and sever your soul. The rhythm tracks crash like waves in the wild, and the lyrics are mirrors haunted by the shadows of our deepest and darkest emotional ghosts. Moreover, this album is a guitar-lover’s dream, often schemed with melodic soloing deep in the mix during the verse, and in effect, sounding like orchestral strings in a supernatural soundtrack echoing inside a damp cave, a deep tunnel, or the nave of some sinister, abandoned, desecrated church. The more nostalgic platform solos are intricate and aesthetically gratifying, and the massive rhythm riffs are often so rich and complex that it feels like knights, rooks, and kings have overtaken a checkerboard. Finally, Following Omens has a wonderfully devastating feel to it, personal and potent. It affects the listener as if a participator in a movement meant to prove that we all share the same dark psychological mysteries. And there is strength in numbers, power in purpose, hope on the horizon even when it hurts. In all, somehow, Semper Acerbus make us value different and opposing truths all at once, as if there is just as much beauty in the sun on the sand and rain on a lake, as fog on the stones or a corpse at a wake. The album is an experience. Listen to it loud! Following Omens was produced, mixed & mastered by Chris Mora (Upon a Burning Body, Kingdom Collapse) at Warhorse Recordings in San Antonio, TX. The album & singles feature cover art designed by Federico Bossinga at Abstract Chaos Design (Dark Funeral, Dimmu Borgir, Oceano, Old Man’s Child). It is scheduled for release on January 9, 2026.

Pre-Save or Pre-Order Following Omens at this location.

Following Omens track listing
01. Suffering Awaits
02. Unwanted
03. One Day at A Time
04. The Gallows
05. Alluring Vendetta
06. Archangel
07. Wounded
08. Torn Inside
09. District Coward

Semper Acerbus lineup
Nelson Acerbus (vocals), Jaime Vargas (guitar), Joe Dragich (guitar), Sammy Farhat (bass), Tyler Thomas (drums)
 
For more information about Semper Acerbus and their Following Omens album, please visit them on Facebook, X/Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, or Eclipse Records and follow them on Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music, Pandora, YouTube Music, Deezer, and Tidal now!