DEFECTO to Release New Album “Echoes Of Isolation” on October 31st, First Single + Video ‘Sacred Alignment’ Out Now

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Danish metallers Defecto are pleased to announce the release of their new studio album, “Echoes Of Isolation”, out on October 31, 2025, via Frontiers Music Srl.

To give a taste of the new record, the band unveil today the first single and accompanying video, “Sacred Alignment”.

The band commented: “Sacred Alignment” digs into the reality of OCD – a condition that is so often misunderstood. It’s not about being neat or organized, it’s about living in a prison built by your own thoughts. It’s about the rituals that demand obedience, the fear that refuses to let go, and the endless fight for control in a world that feels like it’s collapsing without it. This song captures that battle – the brutality of the mind, and the strange balance between order and chaos”.

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Defecto is a Copenhagen-based metal band formed in 2011 by guitarist/vocalist Nicklas Sonne, guitarist Frederik Møller, and bassist Thomas Bartholin. 

Known for their combination of technical precision, melodic strength, and emotional intensity, the band has become one of the most respected names in the modern Danish metal scene.

With three studio albums, two EPs, and several acclaimed festival appearances (Copenhell, RockFest Finland) and support slots with Metallica and Rammstein, Defecto has consistently pushed the envelope of progressive and cinematic metal.

Now, Frontiers Records proudly presents “Echoes Of Isolation”, the band’s most personal, intense, and introspective record yet – a concept album exploring the haunting landscape of mental illness and psychological struggles.

Nicklas Sonne stated: “Each song inhabits a different psychological struggle – insomnia, schizophrenia, OCD, PTSD, paranoia, dissociation, trauma – giving voice to the war within. This isn’t just a metal album. It’s a mirror held to the mind”.
 
“For us, it’s about turning pain into power, and creating something that can connect deeply with anyone who has ever felt broken, isolated, or misunderstood”, he added.

Fans of Metallica, Symphony X or Evergrey will be captivated by the album’s cinematic power and progressive depth, driven by Sonne’s compelling vocals and razor-sharp songwriting.

“Echoes Of Isolation” Tracklist:

1.    The Unraveling
2.    Eternal Descent
3.    Sacred Alignment
4.    Eclipsed By The Void
5.    Heart On Fire
6.    Quantum Abyss
7.    Through Cloak And Bones
8.    Shattered Reality
9.    Echoes Of Isolation

Line Up:
Nicklas Sonne
Frederik Møller
Thomas Bartholin

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Finnish-Polish DEPRESSURE Release First Single + Video ‘Leave Leave’ from Upcoming Album

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“Leave Leave” is a modern breakup anthem born from pain, clarity, and the need for self-respect. It captures the emotional breaking point of a toxic relationship — the moment when self-worth finally triumphs over manipulation. A melancholic dive into heavy rock, rage, and ultimately, liberation. When everything is clear, and walking away isn’t weakness, but a sign of strength.

Listen to the single on music services (Spotify, Apple Music, Deezer, Tidal etc.): https://push.fm/fl/depressure-leaveleave

  • Composition & Lyrics: Antti Heikura
  • Production + Arrangements: Depressure
  • Mixing and Mastering: Kuba Malinowski, Lunar Sounds Studio

Depressure. Heavy moods and aching emotions. From melancholic yearning to modern heavy rock, it drills into your brain like a Makita 666. Born in Joensuu, Finland, 2006. Two demos, a few shows, then a decade of silence. In early 2018, Depressure was dragged out of the grave, and the first album was composed and recorded by Antti. “September” came out on February 19th, 2020.

A new lineup took shape in Antti’s new home country, Poland. Gigs in Gdańsk, more sweat, more drilling. In autumn ‘24, recording of the next album began. “Worst is Yet to Come” is set to release in autumn ‘25 and the band is ready to freeze audiences with their northern rock.

Depressure:
Antti Heikura – Vocals & Guitar
Paweł Kempa – Guitar
Tomasz Kacmajor – Drums
Konrad Piątkowski – Bass

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Greek FLAMECORE Sign With Wormholedeath for Reissue of Self-Titled Debut Album

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Wormholedeath is proud to announce the signing of Flamecore, a rising force in melodic death metal hailing from Chania and Athens, Greece. The label will reissue the band’s ferocious and emotionally charged self-titled debut album, Flamecore.

Blending crushing heaviness with searing melodic passages, Flamecore channels the spirit of modern melodic death metal with a sound that nods to giants like In Flames, Slipknot, and Gojira—while forging their own unmistakable identity.

The band’s journey began when Leonidas Viglakis shared an early riff with Stathis Lianos, a moment that kicked off their creative partnership and led to their first track, ‘Plains of Nameck.’ With the subsequent creation of “Only Waste Remains”, their vision quickly expanded. After assembling a full lineup with Panagiotis Tsopelas and Akis Blazakis, Flamecore came into full form—recording their debut across two cities and solidifying their intense DIY spirit.

With Leonidas handling drums and vocals in Chania and Stathis recording guitars and bass in Athens, the album was brought to life and perfected by John Mor at Apex Soundworks, whose mix delivers both raw power and clarity. The result is an album brimming with thunderous double-kick assaults, harmonized leads, and vocals that rage between guttural aggression and desperate cries.

Lyrically, Flamecore delves into inner conflict, identity struggles, and social disintegration, offering a cathartic experience for fans of emotionally driven extreme metal.

Since their debut, the band has taken to the stage with Iasonas Stefanou joining for live duties, and with new bassist Panagiotis Mousouras now onboard, Flamecore is actively performing and working on new material—staying true to their mission of delivering honest, intense, and uncompromising metal.

Tracklist:

  1. Planes of Nameck
  2. Only Waste Remains
  3. Flamecore
  4. Projected Reality
  5. Death Awaits
  6. From the Shadows
  7. Celebrate Yourself
  8. Hunger for Life

Get a taste of Flamecore’s energy and aggression. Watch the video for “Plains of Nameck”:

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IDA MARIA Releases Final Sin ‘Pride’ from Upcoming Album

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Yesterday, August 27th Ida Maria released “Pride” – one final sin before her full album drops in September.

Fear not! Ida Maria has saved some of the best for last. Pride is a delightfully confrontational, wildly catchy, and surprisingly effective track.

This time, it is pride’s turn to take the center stage – perhaps the most innocent, yet also one of the most destructive of the deadly sins. In her signature style, Ida Maria tackles the theme with full force, a twinkle in her eye – and a few high-heeled gut kicks.

Listen to the single here: https://ffm.to/idamariapride

Pride runs on a dangerous groove, bold charm, and feminine power – giving Ida Maria the perfect platform to showcase just how sharp she is as both a songwriter and a vocalist. She also toys with the paradoxes of today’s society, aiming to spark questions rather than point fingers.

This song celebrates pride, confidence, and freedom – while also holding you accountable for your own actions. You have to dare to stand by your choices, and stop seeking validation from others.

Musically, Pride is nothing short of a sizzling punk rock single, dressed in a generous dose of indie-sleaze attitude – quite literally the anthem the 2000s never knew it was missing.
At just two and a half minutes long, it’s a raw, immediate banger that hits you straight in the face.

This is the fourth single from the upcoming album Seven Deadly Sins + 3, set to be released via Indie Recordings on September 26th.

About Ida Maria
Ida Maria is a Norwegian punk-rock powerhouse celebrated for her electrifying live performances and raw, melodic energy. Drawing inspiration from icons like Jimi Hendrix and Janis Joplin, as well as her contemporaries, Ida Maria’s music blends a rebellious rock attitude with sharp social commentary.

Ida Maria grew up in the small town of Nesna in the far north of Norway—a town that may seem an unlikely birthplace for a new female international rock star. But talent and willpower know no borders, and in 2008 she crashed onto the international scene with anthems like “I Like You So Much Better When You’re Naked” and “Oh My God” from her debut album, Fortress Round My Heart (2008).

Her powerful, raw voice and high-energy live performances led her to perform at major festivals, including Roskilde (Denmark), Reading (UK), and SXSW (US), as well as collaborate with legends like Iggy Pop and earn praise from artists such as Tom Waits. She has released several albums, including Katla (2010) and Scandalize My Name (2016), and her work has been featured in films, TV shows, and commercials- like Grey’s Anatomy, Big Mouth, Skins, Gossip Girl +++, further solidifying her influence in pop culture.

Ida Maria’s new full-length album is due in fall 2025, and it’s a true powerhouse of a record.
The narrative behind the songs revolves around the Seven Deadly Sins. Through catchy rhythms, sing-along chorus, and sassy yet clever lyrics, Ida Maria delivers a provocative and passionate exploration of sin and the contemporary world we live in.

CREDITS
Drums & Percussion: Alf Magne Hillestad
Bass: Ruben Fredheim Oma
Guitar: Jan Ole Kristensen
Vocals: Ida Maria Sivertsen
Additional vocals: Eirik Naess og Kristian Liljan

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PUPIL SLICER Announce New Album “Fleshwork”, Out November 7th

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Fleshwork is the new release from PUPIL SLICER, and it sees the mathcore trio emerging refreshed, reinvigorated, and ready to step things up several gears. The album will be released on November 7th through Prosthetic Records.

During the pandemic, PUPIL SLICER offered up their debut album, Mirrors – a gnashing, feral affair that thrust them into the spotlight thanks to their discordant, angular DIY efforts. Sophomore album, Blossom, put more emphasis on songwriting and slicker production values as the PUPIL SLICER show truly hit the road. Fleshwork deftly combines the best bits of their previous releases, retaining the hook-laden song structures yet refusing to compromise on the acerbic energy that lured eager fans in from the very beginning.

This iteration of PUPIL SLICER ushers in new talent in the form of bass player, Luke Booth, whose contributions rounded out the writing process neatly. This rejuvenated lineup sought to retain the melodic elements of Blossom whilst simultaneously pushing their sonic boundaries to the extreme. The result is a more organic sound, energized by incandescent fury that embraces imperfections as a sign of life. Recording and mixing took place in early 2025 at Nø Studio in Manchester with producer Joe Clayton at the helm. Grant Berry handled mastering.

Describing Fleshwork as “conceptual” but specifically not a concept album, PUPIL SLICER lean into creating an all-encompassing industrial hellscape; a perfect setting to explore the societal machinations that dehumanize and devalue the poor, disabled, queer, and people of color for political and financial gain. Drawing on personal experience, vocalist and guitarist Kate Davies details the disconnect and discomfort of navigating this life, and the substantial human, day-to-day cost of doing so.

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Over the course of the nine songs unfolding, the imagery of the oppressive machinery falls away to leave behind only the personal, human elements. What starts as the smallest of sparks roars into a chthonic inferno, demonstrating the impact of and on one solitary human as the weight of subjection turns to ash. Fleshwork serves as a cathartic conduit for those who are “othered” by a society distinctly lacking in empathy, as PUPIL SLICER champion their own brand of “trans inclusive radical hatred. 

Atop a solid rhythmic foundation courtesy of drummer Josh Andrews, PUPIL SLICER has crafted a primal yet intricate display of aggression. Relentless industrial sounds give way to melody and earworm-worthy hooks that endure.

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SELIAS Partner with Satellite Touring for North American Tours & Representation

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SELIAS, renowned for their electrifying live shows, has inked a deal with Satellite Touring for U.S. and Canadian bookings. This partnership paves the way for an explosive 2026, as the band expands their presence and builds anticipation for their forthcoming album KILLKARMA, slated for release in fall 2025, with tours planned through 2026 and beyond.

Thrilled about their upcoming album KILLKARMA, guitarist Steve Elias stated, “Satellite Touring’s expertise aligns perfectly to deliver our music to fans across the U.S. and Canada.”

Satellite Touring, headquartered in Independence, Ohio, fuels its global success with strategic bookings and cutting-edge promotion. Among the bands they represent are Immortal Disfigurement, 96 Bitter Beings, A Skylit Drive, Carrion Vael, Gorgatron, Green Jelly, The Convalescence, Soulja Boy, Spit on Your Grave, Silent Theory, Ventana, and numerous others.

More information on Satellite Touring: www.satellitetouring.com

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