Viking Metallers MITHOTYN Announce Re-Issue of “In the Sign of the Ravens”, Out 5th June

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Hammerheart Records have announced the re-issue of Viking metal outfit Mithotyn‘s debut album In the Sign of the Ravens. The 1997 classic, remastered by Nightside Audio (God Macabre, Skymning) will be out on 5th June via the label. 

Pre-orders are available HERE.

After releasing four demo tapes, Mithotyn finally put out their first full-length album in 1997. In the Sign of the Ravens delivers a hard, cold take on Viking metal, and at this early stage the band hadn’t yet fully embraced the stronger melodic elements that would become more prominent on later records.

One area where this record really shines is its atmosphere. In many ways, the Viking feeling here is the strongest in their entire discography. This is especially the case during the instrumental tracks like ‘Lost in the Mist’ and ‘Let Thy Ale Swing’. The band creates a mystical mood with folky keyboard melodies layered behind distorted guitars, growls, and occasional chants.

If you’re already a fan of Viking or black Metal, you’ll know roughly what to expect: longer songs with some variation, harsh growled vocals balanced with cleaner chorus sections, and a strong sense of atmosphere. It’s a familiar formula, but one that works well and captures what makes this style of music so enjoyable.

Track-list:
1. Upon Raging Waves
2. In the Sign of the Ravens
3. Shadows of the Past
4. Lost in the Mist
5. Embraced by Frost
6. In the Forest of Moonlight
7. Tills Dagen Gryr
8. Stories Carved in Stone
9. Freezing Storms of Snow
10. Where My Spirit Forever Shall Be
11. Let Thy Ale Swing

WANDAR Premiere Lyric Video for New Single ‘Trug’ from Upcoming Album

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German atmospheric black metal act WANDAR presents the first offering from their upcoming new album “Tiefe Erde” (Vendetta Records) with the release of the lyric video for their new single “Trug”. As the album’s debut single, the track sets the tone for what’s to come – immersive, emotionally charged, and steeped in the band’s signature blend of haunting atmosphere and raw intensity.

“Trug” captures WANDAR at their most evocative, weaving together melancholy, tension, and surging aggression into a dense and hypnotic soundscape that pulls the listener deep into the record’s dark thematic core.

Formed in 2006, WANDAR emerged to cast a shadow over every ray of light creeping down from the heavens. Rejecting flashy posturing, the band has built its name on crafting incredibly dense and immersive atmospheric black metal. Rooted in Scandinavian tradition, shaped by representatives of the Cascade region, and ultimately refined through modern perspectives and uncompromising standards.

Torn between raging fury and pain-filled lamentation, teetering between erupting rage and melancholic powerlessness, WANDAR create a state of ominous suspension, a menacing intoxication that can be dangerously beautiful to succumb to. Their messages are full of melancholy, longing, and absolute passion. Coming from deep within crypts, with scarred hearts and bloody eyes.

Tracklist:

  1. Bedrängnis
  2. Trug
  3. Visol-Bolvis
  4. …Nächtlich
  5. Drangsal
  6. Erden
  7. Irrlicht
  8. Hetäre
  9. Gestirne

As the band states: “We burned our temple of the elemental. We descended into the depths of transcendent hells. We bled, we suffered, we fell, and we became one with ancient earths. ‘Tiefe Erde’ completes the circle we began with ‘Landlose Ufer’ and ‘Zyklus’. The fire will always be light!“

“Tiefe Erde” will be released on May 1 via Vendetta Records and is available for pre-order HERE

Line-up:
Kallenheim – Vocals
Zazhgul – Guitar
Karlsgrad – Guitar
Mara – Bass
Totz – Drums

For more info visit:
https://www.instagram.com/wandar.official
https://facebook.com/Wandar666
https://wandar.bandcamp.com
https://linktr.ee/vendettarecs

FRONTSIDE Unleash New Album “Nemesis”, Out Now

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Polish metalcore veterans FRONTSIDE have officially released their new studio album “Nemesis”, out now via Massacre Records.

Following the previously released singles and videos “Omen” and “Kapłani Diabła”, which showcased both the crushing intensity and thematic depth of the record, “Nemesis”  is now fully available worldwide, marking a powerful new chapter in the band’s long-standing career.

ORDER THE ALBUM HERE: https://mystic-production.com/search.php?text=frontside+nemesis

With “Nemesis”, FRONTSIDE deliver their first studio album in eight years and introduce a revitalized and uncompromising sound, further elevated by the debut full-length appearance of vocalist Wojciech “Mollie” Moliński. The album represents the result of a long and meticulous creative process, shaped through years of writing, refining and pushing the band’s identity to new extremes.

Musically, “Nemesis”  stands as the band’s heaviest and most emotionally intense work to date. Crushing riffs, massive rhythmic precision and a dark, apocalyptic atmosphere define the album’s sonic landscape, while maintaining the core elements that have defined FRONTSIDE for decades.

Lyrically, the album takes an unflinching look at modern society, addressing themes of conflict, hypocrisy, manipulation and inner turmoil. Tracks such as “Kapłani Diabła” explore historical and institutional power structures, questioning authority and exposing uncomfortable truths, while contributing to the album’s overarching narrative of tension and consequence.

Written by guitarist Mariusz “Demon” Dzwonek and developed collaboratively within the band, “Nemesis” was recorded at Zed Studio and produced, mixed and mastered by Tomasz “Zed” Zalewski, resulting in a sharp, modern and powerful production that amplifies the album’s intensity.

With “Nemesis”, FRONTSIDE reaffirm their position as one of the most uncompromising and relevant acts in the European metalcore scene – delivering a record that is aggressive, conscious and unapologetically direct.

Next FRONTSIDE live:
3.06.2026 PL Gdańsk – Mystic Festival

FRONTSIDE are:
Mariusz “Demon” Dzwonek – guitar
Dariusz “Daron” Kupis – guitar
Wojciech Nowak – bass guitar
Tomasz “Toma” Ochab – drums
Wojciech “Mollie” Moliński – vocals

FRONTSIDE online:
https://www.facebook.com/frontsideofficial/
https://www.instagram.com/frontsidepl/

MADRED Begin New Era with ‘Grind It Down’ Single from Upcoming Album “Running Out Of Problems”

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A Finnish city of Lappeenranta — which has quietly become one of the most fertile grounds for Finnish thrash metal — delivers yet another storm warning. MADRED has shifted into a new gear together with Miitri Aaltonen, known for his work with acts such as Mokoma and Stam1na, and the result is nothing short of impressive. Released today, the single “Grind It Down” also serves as the first taste of the upcoming studio album “Running Out Of Problems”, due out in August.

MADRED has been refining its signature Thrash ‘n’ Roll style since 2015, when the band released its debut EP. Combining the raw aggression of thrash metal with the irresistible groove of rock’n’roll, the band has carved out a sound that is distinctly their own:

“One of the coolest things about MADRED is our own sound — we’re really proud of it” says bassist Aapo Peuhkuri.

“’Grind It Down’ is a fast-paced crossover track in classic MADRED style. The song is built on sharp riffs and a tight groove, while a melodic chorus balances the raw energy. Lyrically, it paints a picture of confronting the struggles and chaos of modern life with a ‘bring it on’ attitude,” continues vocalist-guitarist Oskari Hurskainen, recalling how the chorus was born in a Prisma parking lot while waiting for his better half walking the dog — a wait well spent.

Working in the studio with Emma aka Finnish Grammy -nominated producer Aaltonen proved both fruitful and positively challenging, helping the band capture the right kind of energy.

“As with the overall sound of the album, the guitar distortion was dialed down significantly compared to previous recordings, which meant we really had to put power into the playing and be extremely precise — the sound didn’t forgive anything,” Oskari adds.

The band’s debut album Overtime was released in 2021, and over the years MADRED has built a reputation as a relentless live act. Their journey so far has included three European tours as well as performances at venues like legendary Helsinki club Tavastia, where they have shared the stage with the aforementioned Lappeenranta heavyweights.

MADRED is:
Oskari Hurskainen – Vocals, Guitar
Aapo Peuhkuri – Bass, Vocals
Harri Tikka – Lead Guitar
Arttu Kiianen – Drums

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SPIRIT ADRIFT Release Final Album “Infinite Illumination”, Out Now

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The end has come… long revered and widely acclaimed heavy metal giants SPIRIT ADRIFT have released their sixth and final album, Infinite Illumination, today via 20 Buck Spin. Bookending a monumental decade+ long run, the band’s bittersweet swan song is marked by one of their most ambitious and crushing records to date. 

SPIRIT ADRIFT mastermind Nathan Garrett’s final magnum opus is a return to the wellspring that first inspired it all and a testament to a band that in the last 10 years has crafted an impeccable signature thoroughly their own, molded from the elemental matter of more than a half century of heavy metal exaltation. 

Infinite Illumination has a directness to it, a sense of urgency and raw intensity. The songs feel inevitable, like they had to be driven out from deep within during a time of great upheaval. The fatalistic ‘Born in a Bad Way’ summons a vengeful “broken relic from another age” that must “live again and make them pay” via Garrett’s swaggering snarl, while “White Death” impugns “God shined on a chosen few, we must kill the rest of you”. These songs have a palpable sense of malaise both spiritual and terrestrial, personal and universal, inflicted via crushing traditional Doom riffs, thunderous mid-tempo marches and Garrett’s impassioned vocal delivery. 

Long after the band is gone fans will continue to discover the SPIRIT ADRIFT catalog and witness the breadth of greatness they delivered in just a decade’s time. Every melodic, epic and emotionally charged thread that defines the band’s legacy honors the animating force behind pure creative ambition. And at its core Infinite Illumination carries both the weight of conclusion and the troubling realization that it is rarely painless to say farewell. 

Infinite Illumination is available digitally today. Gatefold LP and CD editions will be released May 15th. Pre-order here: https://www.20buckspin.com/spiritadrift

Stream Infinite Illumination: Youtube | Bandcamp | Spotify | Apple Music

About SPIRIT ADRIFT:
Spirit Adrift’s music is an alchemical sonic melting pot that combines classic doom, traditional heavy metal, and the intensity of old school thrash, forging a unique and forward-thinking sound. Led by founder, multi-instrumentalist, and frontman Nate Garrett, the band built a reputation for towering riffs, anthemic songwriting, and emotionally charged performances rooted in both personal struggle and defiant perseverance. 

Emerging in 2016, Spirit Adrift released a string of critically acclaimed albums—Chained to Oblivion, Curse of Conception, Divided by Darkness, Enlightened in Eternity, and Ghost at the Gallows—earning praise from outlets such as Decibel, Revolver, Metal Hammer, and Kerrang!, who ranked the band among the best of the decade. 

Spirit Adrift toured and shared stages with the likes of High on Fire, Yob, Crowbar, Corrosion of Conformity, Midnight, and has appeared at major festivals such as Download, Hellfest, and Psycho Las Vegas. Their live shows were visceral and cathartic—equal parts power and conviction. 

In 2026, Spirit Adrift announced their end with the release of their 6th and final album, Infinite Illumination. While their band’s story comes to a close, their legacy and profound impact on heavy music will be felt for decades to come.

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EINHERJER Unleash New Single & Video ‘Bloodborn’ from Upcoming 10th Studio Album

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Norwegian metal pioneers EINHERJER will unleash their song “Bloodborn” to the world! The single is taken from their newest album ‘Lifeblood’, which will be released worldwide on the 19th of June, via By Norse Music.

PRE-ORDER THE ALBUM HERE

The title of the first single Bloodborn refers to something inherited, carried in the blood itself, it is both a warning and a celebration of the untamed side of humanity. Founder and songwriter, Frode Glesnes explains:

  • In the lyrics I wanted to explore that hidden fire beneath the skin – the beast that sleeps inside every man, waiting for the moment when storms rise and control slips away. There are strong images from nature in the song – the sea, wolves, the serpent – symbols of forces that cannot truly be tamed. In many ways it echoes the old Norse idea that humans are never completely separate from the wild powers of nature.

The album Lifeblood will be the 10th studio album and it represents a reflection around belonging, heritage and roots – both as individuals and as a band. After over thirty years of making music, the four-piece look back toward what shaped them and the forces that have followed through all these years.

LISTEN TO THE SINGLE HERE

Einherjer was forged in 1993, on the western shores of Norway – where the North Sea meets the land, and where the Viking kings once ruled the passage that gave Norway its name. From this inheritance, Einherjer rose. Not as followers of a movement, but as part of its own creation.

In the early years of Norwegian extreme metal in the 90s, Einherjer stood among those who gave voice to a distinctly Norse expression within metal. Their early recordings did not imitate tradition – they helped establish it. What later became known as Viking Metal was not conceived as a genre, but as a natural extension of identity, history, and place and Einherjer became one of its defining forces.

Through classic albums such as Dragons of the North, Odin Owns Ye All and Blot, and later works including Av Oss, For Oss and North Star, both nominated for a Norwegian Grammy, the band has continually evolved without losing its core. Their sound remains unmistakable – resolute, atmospheric, and grounded in the weight of heritage, yet never bound by the past. Their music does not seek to recreate a lost age. It stands as proof that its spirit endures. The same horizon that called the seafarers westward still lies open. The same impulse to create, to endure, and to leave a mark remains unchanged.

For more than three decades, Einherjer has stood as one of the defining voices of Norse heavy metal, and with their 10th album Lifeblood the band prooves why they still are distinct and defining in the genre – not as an echo, but as a presence.

Time has not diminished Einherjer. It has refined them. Hammers raised. Fire alive. Lifeblood unbroken.

LIVE DATES

19.06.2026 – Hellfest, Clisson, FR
29.07 – 01.08.2026 – Wacken Open Air, Wacken, DE
15.08.2026 – Midgardsblot, Borre, NO
20 – 22.08.2026 – Kaltenbach Open Air, AT
29.08.2026 – Månegarm Open Air, Norrtälje, SE
18 – 20.09.2026 – Cosmic Void Festival, London, UK

More dates TBA