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NY Metal & Hardcore Legends BIOHAZARD Share New Video ‘Forsaken’

Posted by tarjavirmakari on June 17, 2025
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BIOHAZARD, renowned for their aggressive style and socially conscious lyrics, has been a seminal force in the hardcore and metal scenes since their formation in the late 1980s. Their unique blend of hardcore punk, heavy metal, and hip-hop elements has garnered them a dedicated fan base and critical acclaim. BIOHAZARD’s signing with BLKIIBLK marks a new chapter in their illustrious career, promising exciting new music and projects.

“What started as three reunion shows of the OG lineup turned into three unstoppable years of kicking ass on stage night after night! Now we’re back with a new record that hits with all the classic BIOHAZARD energy, louder and harder than ever,” comments guitarist/vocalist Billy Graziadei.

Today, the band shares their first new music in over a decade with the release of a brand new single entitled “Forsaken.” A staple of their recent Euro/UK headlining tour and a certified mosh pit favorite, the track offers a first taste of their forthcoming album (TBA). Honoring their old-school roots while pushing forward, “Forsaken” arrives with an energetic live video directed by Billy Graziadei, filmed on tour as the band debuted the song to packed crowds across Europe.

Stream / Listen to “Forsaken” HERE 

Bassist/vocalist Evan Seinfeld on the new single:

“We shot this video in Amsterdam, at Melkweg, an iconic venue where BIOHAZARD first made our bones in Europe back in the late ’80s and ‘90s. It’s really organic, and a little sample of the energy of our first new album in 15 years, performed in a live setting. Make sure you’re strapped in and prepare for some real mayhem when our new album drops!” 

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 bassist/vocalist Evan Seinfeld, guitarist/vocalist Billy Graziadei, guitarist Bobby Hambel, and drummer Danny Schuler, 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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LAGUNA Release New Video ‘Living On The Line’ from Upcoming Debut Album

Posted by tarjavirmakari on June 16, 2025
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Melodic hard rockers Laguna unveil today their new single and official video “Living On The Line”, taken from the upcoming debut album, titled “The Ghost Of Katrina” and scheduled for July 11th, 2025, via Frontiers Music Srl.

Pre-Order “The Ghost Of Katrina” HERE

Talking about the new single, vocalist Andrés Espada stated: “The song captures the essence of living life to the fullest, embracing the thrill of the unknown, and taking risks. The song is about being fearless, spontaneous, and fully immersed in the moment. Straight up rock n roll!”

Hailing from the northern part of Mexico, from the arid desert of Torreón, Coahuila, Laguna is a five-piece hard rock band ready to take the world by storm with their debut album, “The Ghost Of Katrina”. 

Drawing from the European and Scandinavian melodic hard rock scene, Laguna’s sound is an electrifying blend of powerful production, anthemic choruses, and in-your-face guitar riffs, with influences from the likes of One Desire, H.E.A.T., and other renowned acts from the scene.

The album, produced by Jimmy Westerlund (known for his work with One Desire and more recently Giant), perfectly captures Laguna’s high-energy and dynamic style, bringing to life a heavy yet melodic sound that’s both thrilling and emotionally charged. The songs feature strong hooks, vibrant instrumentation, and an intensity that reflects the band’s unrelenting passion for hard rock.

Formed in 2018 by a group of hard rock and heavy metal enthusiasts, Laguna’s sound is rooted in hard rock but with a distinctive modern twist. Their music is crafted to make listeners scream at the top of their lungs and throw their fists into the air – a perfect soundtrack for anyone who craves a high-octane, fist-pumping experience. 

Laguna’s meteoric rise is a testament to their tireless dedication to their craft. Over the years, they have built a solid reputation in the North and Latin American rock circuits, performing at major festivals like Hell and Heaven Fest (one of Latin America’s biggest rock festivals) and the infamous KnotFest. The band has had the privilege of opening for iconic acts such as W.A.S.P., Timo Tolkki, and The Warning, further solidifying their place in the international rock scene.

Laguna’s music is a reflection of the barren desert from which they hail – a place where resilience and tenacity are born out of hardship. As guitarist José Mesta explains, “Long before it was a desert, it was a lagoon, but dried out thousands of years ago, leaving nothing but snakes and rats, yet deep down beneath the surface, water flows through the caverns of this great desert”. This metaphor speaks to the essence of Laguna – a band born from the depths of hardship, yet ready to rise with the power and energy that only hard rock can bring.

Laguna is set to make waves across the global rock scene. Their blend of melodic hooks, heavy riffs, and explosive energy will leave listeners craving more. This is only the beginning for Laguna, and they are poised to continue proving that Mexicans can indeed rock!

“The Ghost Of Katrina” Tracklist:

1.    Intro – Katrina
2.    Ghost Behind The Mask
3.    Living On The Line
4.    Punk Boy (ft. Jimmy Westerlund)
5.    Wildfire
6.    These Chains
7.    Electric High
8.    My Syndrome
9.    Bring Me To Life
10.    Sinner Of Tomorrow

Line Up:
Andrés Espada – Lead Vocals
José Mesta – Lead Guitars
Firio Verástegui – Rhythm Guitars
Daniel Mesta – Bass
Sergio Mtz – Drums

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SICKY Signs with Epictronic for Release of Upcoming Album “Troubled Delight”

Posted by tarjavirmakari on June 16, 2025
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Exciting news for fans of bold, boundary-pushing rock music—SICKY, the vibrant Brit Pop-Rock project, has inked a deal with Epictronic Records for the upcoming album Troubled Delight. This release follows 2022’s Garbage Town and 2021’s Bowling Balls, continuing the tradition of spontaneous, authentic creativity that defines the artist’s signature sound.

SICKY, a Black Country native now based in Shropshire, is no stranger to musical exploration. From the brass-filled pop of Papa Mantra to the gritty stomp of SUMO, SICKY has spent years crafting a rich, diverse musical landscape. Now, with Troubled Delight, he’s leaning into raw, unapologetic energy, delivering a collection of songs that capture life’s highs and lows with refreshing honesty and unfiltered fun.

“The album is an accident, but in the best way,” SICKY explains. “It’s about venting life’s ups and downs—giving you a way to move forward. Music’s the release. It’s better than carrying everything around, right? Hopefully, people can relate to these tracks because, at the end of the day, we’re not all that different. And while there are darker moments in the album, it’s filled with a sense of joy—because you don’t have to write depressing music to talk about hard times.”

With Troubled Delight, SICKY’s approach was simple yet vibrant. Written and produced at home with no grand plans or overthinking, the record comes to life with raw, unpolished instrumentation. Many of the album’s percussion sounds came from unconventional sources, such as music room instruments, a church bell recorded on a phone, sliding shopping center doors, and even a sample from Quatermass and the Pit, kindly approved by Hammer Films.

The album’s creation was a true family affair: Jen Bone contributed double bass to three tracks, Michael’s niece, Rebecca Butler, lent her angelic vocals to “Mankind,” and even 10-year-old Lily and 8-year-old Scarlet joined in with their punk-inspired backing vocals on “I’m Happy If You’re Happy.”

1. Billy Cousins
2.I’m Happy If You’re Happy
3. Ten Minutes
4. My Girl’s Gone
5. Slide
6. Money For The News
7. Win
8 . Life In A Jar
9  . Songbird
10. The Hill
11. Mankind
12 . Just Me

For a first taste of SICKY’s dynamic sound, check out the video “Billy Cousins” here:

Troubled Delight will be released soon under Epictronic Records. Stay tuned for more details, and follow SICKY on social media to stay in the loop.

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VISIONS OF ATLANTIS Unleash ‘Hellfire’ Official Music Video

Posted by tarjavirmakari on June 16, 2025
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[Photo by Robert Eikelpoth / Photo editing by Blake Armstrong]

Don’t let the fire go out. Following the triumphant release of 2024’s Pirates II – Armada and in anticipation of the physical release of live album and web series, Armada Live Over Europe, out July 4, 2025 via Napalm Records, international symphonic metal frontrunners VISIONS OF ATLANTIS return with an incendiary new music video for “Hellfire”. The track’s explosive energy is brought to life with the video’s dazzling pyro lighting up pirate queen Clémentine Delauney and co-captain Michele Guaitoli as they trade lines of serenity and gruffness. An anthem of inspiration and hope, the band beckons listeners to not let their fire go out and to never stop dreaming of a more fulfilling world.
 
This new video arrives as the band gears up for a summer of unforgettable live shows, including two very special headline performances — their official release show in Warsaw, Poland on July 4, and an exclusive German headline appearance in Regensburg on July 12. Looking ahead, VISIONS OF ATLANTIS’s voyage continues in 2026 with the co-headline Pirates & Kings tour alongside labelmates Warkings, bringing fan favorites to audiences across Europe. See below for a complete list of dates.

Pirate Queen Clémentine says about “Hellfire”:
“This one is for anyone waking up and finding their own strength and voice again. For anyone tired of listening to whispers that urge us to dim our light. ‘Hellfire’ represents strong minds, unafraid to carve their own paths and unconcerned with others’ opinions. It’s the chant of rebels fighting against those who abuse power to manipulate others. May we all reclaim power over our own lives.”

The seas never rest, and neither do VISIONS OF ATLANTIS, following the success of Pirates II – Armada – #5 on the German and Austrian Official Album Charts, #4 on the UK Rock & Metal Charts, and #2 on the US Hard Music Album Charts, and more – the band began releasing a steady stream of high octane live videos in anticipation of Armada Live Over Europe. The titular live album was recorded across several of their electrifying performances throughout Europe, capturing the explosive energy of a VISIONS OF ATLANTIS live show, allowing listeners to relive the incomparable spirit of their recent tour from the comfort of home.
 
Clémentine about the album:
“We’re delighted to keep the magic of our live shows alive with this long-awaited release! Now, everyone who has attended one or more shows on our 2024 ARMADA tour can relive the experience at home. We love how our songs from our latest albums are energized and empowered by the live conditions and how the crowd becomes a part of the show, singing and chanting with us all along. This was definitely a tour to remember for us, and we are very happy to have this record as a lifetime souvenir.”

Last Chance To Pre-Order Your Physical Copy of Armada Live Over Europe HERE

VISIONS OF ATLANTIS deliver tales of high-seas adventure through cinematic symphonic metal anthems, swiftly rising as high as a Jolly Roger flag since the band’s humble beginnings in August 2000. Since the band’s inception, VISIONS OF ATLANTIS has boasted dual vocal power from a male and female vocalist, co-captained today with Clémentine Delauney and Michele Guaitoli at the helm. Christian Douscha’s expert guitar work helps propel the brilliant future of the symphonic metal genre. Groove master Herbert Glos infuses his puncturing bass lines with the rolling rhythms of the sea. Steady band cofounder and drummer Thomas Caser anchors the sound with powerful percussion.
 
Songs like “Melancholy Angel”, “Clocks”, “Legions of the Seas” and “Master of the Hurricane” helped establish VISIONS OF ATLANTIS as symphonic metal royalty. Through their pair of critically acclaimed masterworks, Pirates (2022) and Pirates II – Armada (2024), the band took listeners on immersive adventures, each swashbuckling track serving as a metaphor for perseverance, passion, and emotion.
 
The new era began in earnest with Pirates. “They build the perfect musical platform for one of the finest dual vocal performances I have ever heard,” wrote Metal Rules in a 5/5 review. Praise for Pirates II – Armada was similarly enthusiastic from Metal Hammer and Distorted Sound. “Over 25 years and eight studio albums, VISIONS OF ATLANTIS have established themselves as the pristine epitome of symphonic metal,” wrote Blabbermouth. “Setting sail has seldom been more entertaining.”
 
VISIONS OF ATLANTIS continue to captivate Europe and North and South America with each successive trek- whether headlining or performing at major festivals like Wacken, Bloodstock, ProgPower USA, the 70,000 Tons of Metal cruise, and the Sabaton Cruise. Armada Live Over Europe is a masterclass in performance and a harbinger of the adventures to come for VISIONS OF ATLANTIS. All aboard!

Armada Live Over Europe tracklisting:
1.  To Those Who Choose to Fight
2.  The Land of the Free
⁠3.  Monsters
⁠4.  Heroes of the Dawn
5.  Where the Sky and Ocean Blend
⁠6.  Clocks
7.  Legion of the Seas
⁠8.  Tonight I’m Alive
⁠9.  Collide
⁠10. Hellfire
⁠11. The Dead of the Sea
12. Clemi’s Speech
13. Underwater
14. Pirates Will Return
15. Melancholy Angel
⁠16. Master the Hurricane
17. Armada

European Summer Shows:
16-17.05.25 DE – Runkel / Pirate Fest
21.06.25 FR – Clisson / Hellfest
27.06.25 RO – Mangalia / Odyssea Rock Fusion Fest
28.06.25 CH – Grenchen / Summerside Festival
30.06.25 IT – San Polo d’Enza / Bilbao *°
02.07.25 HU – Budapest / Rock Marathon
03.07.25 DE – Nuremberg / Hirsch *°
04.07.25 PL – Poznań / 2Progi
05.07.25 DE – Ballenstedt / RockHarz Festival
06.07.25 NL – Helmond / Pirate Metal Party
08.07.25 DE – Memmingen / Kaminwerk *°
09.07.25 SI – Ljubljana / Kino Siska *°
15.08.25 CZ – Moravský Krumlov / Rock Castle Festival
16.08.25 DE – Regensburg / Summerstage Eventhall °
30.08.25 AT – Graz / Metal on the Hill
14.09.25 IT – Lignano Sabbiadoro / Arena Alpe Adria +
20.09.25 – 25.09.25 INT – Full Metal Cruise / Part I
24.09.25 FI – Tampere / Olympia
25.09.25 FI – Helsinki / Korjaamo
25.09.25 – 30.09.25 INT – Full Metal Cruise / Part II
(* supporting Gloryhammer)
(+ supporting Hammerfall)
(° w/ Moonlight Haze)
 
PIRATES & KINGS TOUR 2026
w/ Warkings:
05.02.26 CH – Pratteln / Z7
06.02.26 DE – Saarbrücken / Garage
07.02.26 DE – Oberhausen / Turbinenhalle
08.02.26 DE – Frankfurt / Batschkapp
10.02.26 UK – Manchester / Academy 2
11.02.26 UK – London / O2 Academy Islington
12.02.26 FR – Paris / Elysée Montmartre
13.02.26 NL – Tilburg / 013 Poppodium
14.02.26 DE – Leipzig / Hellraiser
15.02.26 DE – Berlin / Columbia Theater
16.02.26 PL – Warsaw / Proxima
18.02.26 CZ – Zlin / Masters of Rock Cafe
19.02.26 DE – Hanover / Capitol
20.02.26 DE – Hamburg / Markthalle
21.02.26 DE – Geiselwind / Musichall
26.02.26 FR – Lyon / La Rayonne
27.02.26 DE – Stuttgart / Im Wizemann Halle
28.02.26 DE – Munich / Backstage Werk
05.03.26 HU – Budapest / Barba Negra
06.03.26 AT – Vienna / SimmCity
07.03.26 AT – Wörgl / Komma

VISIONS OF ATLANTIS are:
Clémentine Delauney – Vocals
Michele Guaitoli – Vocals
Christian Douscha – Guitars
Herbert Glos – Bass
Thomas Caser – Drums
 
VISIONS OF ATLANTIS online:
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GENUS ORDINIS DEI Drop New “Eternal Live” Live Album

Posted by tarjavirmakari on June 16, 2025
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Eternal Live by Genus Ordinis Dei is now available on all platforms worldwide. Genus Ordinis Dei returns with a commanding new release: Eternal Live, a blistering live album that captures the band’s dynamic presence on stage during their November 2024 European tour alongside symphonic metal giants Xandria and Sirenia. More than just a performance recording, this album stands as a testament to the band’s ferocity, precision, and theatrical grandeur in a live setting. 

Get Eternal Live today!

From the opening notes of Aeternus, the band instantly establishes a dark and majestic atmosphere, immersing listeners in their unique fusion of symphonic death metal. The live setting amplifies the weight and energy of each track, with Edict and Changing Star showcasing the band’s technical mastery—balancing thunderous riffing, cinematic orchestration, and guttural vocal intensity with moments of ethereal beauty. Genesis and Fire burn with relentless energy, the crowd’s roars bleeding into the mix and adding another layer of authenticity to the band’s sonic onslaught. A standout moment comes in the band’s fierce and faithful reimagining of Manowar’s Hail and Kill. With their signature symphonic edge, Genus Ordinis Dei honors the classic while making it unmistakably their own—massive, aggressive, and deeply melodic. Perhaps the most unforgettable performances on the album are Eternal Cycle and Salem, both featuring guest vocals by Ambre Vourvahis of Xandria. Her presence elevates the songs to new emotional heights, blending haunting harmonies with the band’s crushing foundation. The chemistry between Ambre and the band adds a theatrical flair, capturing the full range of the band’s musical and emotional palette.

Recorded across multiple dates and venues, Eternal Live captures not only the tight musicianship and power of Genus Ordinis Dei but also the visceral connection between the band and their fans. The energy is palpable; the performances are raw yet refined. Whether you’re a longtime fan or new to their sound, this album pulls you into the heart of their live ritual. Eternal Live is more than a live album—it’s a celebration of the band’s evolution, a tribute to the road, and a bold reminder of their place among the modern titans of symphonic death metal.

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BEYOND FORGIVENESS Release New Single + Lyric Video ‘Drown In Your Promises’

Posted by tarjavirmakari on June 16, 2025
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Beyond Forgiveness unveils their latest offering, their new single “Drown In Your Promises”, accompanied by a visually captivating lyric video. This track serves as a glimpse into their upcoming album, set for release July 18, 2025.

The band states, “This song is about broken promises, and falling into a repetitive cycle of how you always find reasons to get your hopes up again, but then get devastated over and over again. Talia really likes to think about emotional concepts by using metaphors. This sort of thing seemed very similar to the cycle of rains and floods and evaporation, and storms all over again, which became the foundational concept for the song’s clean vocal lyrics. Then Richard wrote the heavy vocal lyrics from the perspective and role as an antagonist in a dramatic sense, if you consider the clean vocal lyrics as the role of the protagonist, so the exchange between the two vocal styles is also meant to be somewhat a dialogue or characterization of the sort of conflict embodied in the song’s concept.”

STREAM “Drown In Your Promises”: https://music.suricatemusic.com/drown

In addition, the band will be performing at the SouthWest Power Fest on Sept 20 in El Paso, TX USA.

The forthcoming album dives deeper into the wilderness of universal human experience, pushing the boundaries of symphonic metal even further. 

Where light and darkness interweave, where brutal death metal and angelic classical voices coexist on the same plane, and a story land of myth and legend transport you away into a realm of symphonic beautality, you will encounter the band Beyond Forgiveness.  

The U.S. based band emerged in 2014 as a studio project formed by death metal guitarists Greg Witwer and Richard Marcus. Eventually the band solidified its lineup collaborating with classical vocalist and orchestrator Talia Hoit, drummer Sean Rogers, and bassist Jim Lasselle, combining contrasting musical styles into an epic adventure of symphonic metal. 

In 2016, the band released an EP, The Ferryman’s Shore. The release was embraced by the underground symphonic metal scene with rave reviews, and the band’s signature sound was dubbed “beautality”. The band followed with touring in Europe and two additional full length albums, The Great Wall in 2017, and Live to Tell the Story in 2019, each becoming more symphonically charged. With lyrics ranging from emotional turmoil to Tolkien-esque fantasy, the music explores the paradoxes of a wide range of human experience and musical style. Incorporating extreme metal elements, as well as classical composition, the band continues to push boundaries to create art as a metaphor of life.

Fans can experience the grandeur of “Drown In Your Promises” now, as Beyond Forgiveness continues their journey—blending extreme metal, classical composition, and storytelling into a soundscape unlike any other.

Beyond Forgiveness is:
Vocals/Orchestration: Talia Hoit
Lead Guitar/Backing Vocals: Greg Witwer
Drums: Sean Rogers

With additional performances on the album:
Rhythm Guitar/Vocals: Richard Marcus
Bass: Jim Lasselle
Flute: Ann Vest

For More Information Please Visit: Official Website – Instagram – Facebook – YouTube – Spotify

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