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BATTLE BEAST Announce New Album “Steelbound” & Unleash Title Track as First Single

Posted by tarjavirmakari on June 4, 2025
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Finnish powerhouse BATTLE BEAST storms forward with unrelenting force, dropping their electrifying new single ‘Steelbound’, which also lends its name to their highly anticipated seventh studio album, set for release in October.

“‘Steelbound’ is a song that is both heavy and light at the same time. It goes through the walls with a bang, both in terms of composition and lyrics, without forgetting the groove and the little twinkle in the eye,” says Janne Björkroth, the band’s keyboardist, producer, and composer of the track.

A thunderous anthem of defiance and resilience, ‘Steelbound’ is a power-charged battle cry for all who have ever been dismissed, diminished, or silenced.

“‘Steelbound’ is a song about all of us. About the power to resist injustice and the respect that belongs to everyone. Sometimes the settings can be a little off, but you can, and should, constantly adjust your attitudes.” Janne reflects.

Noora Louhimo adds: “As a child, I was bullied at school, and as an adult, I’ve experienced misogyny and sexism in my professional and private life. Through all these experiences, I’ve become a person who always fights against injustice. ‘Steelbound’ is a power song for all of us trying to navigate difficult life situations and relationships. The song deals with painful things, but at the same time, it gives us strength to keep fighting against the world’s injustices. Let’s rise together, because we are ‘Steelbound!’“

As BATTLE BEAST continue to build anticipation for their upcoming album, ‘Steelbound’ marks yet another blazing chapter in the band’s epic journey—one that promises to set the metal world ablaze.
The single is accompanied by a stunning music video that visually amplifies the song’s firece spirit and message of empowerment, delivering a cinematic experience as powerful as the track itself.

Listen to ‘Steelbound’ on all platforms: https://battlebeast.bfan.link/steelbound

BATTLE BEAST´s european tour starts with a bang on October 17th with their biggest German headline show to date at Hamburg’s Inselpark Arena, the tour will keep the band on the road until mid-December. To complete the bill with melodic metal superiority, DOMINUM will join the tour as their special guest and Sweden’s rising power metal force and label mates MAJESTICA as their opening act. All tourdates are listed below.

Tourdates: 
17-Oct-25     Germany, Hamburg – Inselpark Arena
18-Oct-25     Germany, Berlin – Huxleys Neue Welt
19-Oct-25     Netherlands, Eindhoven – Effenaar
21-Oct-25     England, Birmingham – O2 Institute
22-Oct-25     England, Manchester – O2 Ritz
23-Oct-25     England, Bristol – O2 Academy
24-Oct-25     England, London – O2 Shepherd´s Bush Empire
25-Oct-25     France, Paris – Elysee Montmartre
26-Oct-25     France, Toulouse – Bikini Toulouse
28-Oct-25     Spain, Madrid – Sala La Riviera
29-Oct-25     Spain, Barcelona – Sala Apolo
30-Oct-25     France, Lyon – Transbordeur
31-Oct-25     Germany, Filderstadt – FILharmonie
01-Nov-25     Germany, Wiesbaden – Schlachthof
02-Nov-25     Belgium, Antwerp – Trix
04-Nov-25     Germany, Hannover – Capitol
05-Nov-25     Denmark, Roskilde – Gimle
06-Nov-25     Sweden, Huskvarna – Folkets Park
07-Nov-25     Sweden, Gothenburg – Trädgårn
08-Nov-25     Sweden, Stockholm – Fryshuset Arenan
09-Nov-25     Norway, Oslo – Rockefeller Music Hall
28-Nov-25     Germany, Leipzig – Felsenkeller – Ballsaal
29-Nov-25     Germany, Nuremberg, Löwensaal
30-Nov-25     Austria, Vienna – Arena Wien
01-Dec-25     Slovakia, Bratislava – Majestic Music Club
02-Dec-25     Hungary, Budapest – Barba Negra Red Stage
03-Dec-25     Slovenia, Ljubljana – Cvetlicarna d.o.o.
05-Dec-25     Germany, Munich – TonHalle
06-Dec-25     Switzerland, Pratteln – Z7 Konzertfabrik
07-Dec-25     Italy, Trezzo sull’Adda – Live Club
09-Dec-25     Switzerland, Lausanne – Metropole
10-Dec-25     Germany, Saarbrücken – Garage
12-Dec-25     Germany, Oberhausen – Turbinenhalle
13-Dec-25     Czech Republic, Zlin – Sports Hall Datart
14-Dec-25     Poland, Warsaw – Progresja

Finland Tour 2025: 
14-Nov-25     Finland, Oulu – Tullisali 
15-Nov-25     Finland, Helsinki – Icehall 
20-Nov-25     Finland, Turku – Logomo 
21-Nov-25     Finalnd, Tampere – Nokia Arena

KATATONIA Unveil Final New Album Single & Official Music Video ‘Wind of no Change’

Posted by tarjavirmakari on June 4, 2025
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[photo credit: Terhi Ylimäinen]

Swedish masters of melancholic heaviness KATATONIA reveal the final single from their upcoming album, Nightmares as Extensions of the Waking State, out this Friday via Napalm Records! The near-ceremonial new track, “Wind of no Change”, merges subtle electronic textures with KATATONIA’s enigmatic soundscapes, and arrives with an official music video. The band’s previous album, Sky Void of Stars, reached top five on the official charts in several countries, and the new offering marks the next step in KATATONIA’s evolution that first started over 30 years ago.
 
Following shows at a selection of summer festivals, including Wacken Open Air, KATATONIA will head on a huge headline tour this fall, joined by label mates EVERGREY. Starting on November 11, the tour features 31 shows in major cities across Europe and the UK, finishing in KATATONIA’s home base of Stockholm, Sweden on December 20. Watch the official music video for “Wind of no Change” below, and make sure to secure your copy of Nightmares as Extensions of the Waking State now – first formats are already sold out!
 
Jonas Renkse comments:
”Transmitted through dusk, please receive our third and last single ‘Wind of no Change’. The build up to the album has reached its zenith and you are elevated to the top of the soaring tomb. Sing praise!”

On Nightmares as Extensions of the Waking State, crystal-clear production highlights the interplay between silence and intensity, while the contrast of heavy riffs, delicate guitar harmonies, ethereal synthesizers, and atmospheric nuances create captivating tension. Tracks like “Thrice” and “Warden” pulse with dynamic energy, while “Lilac” sees Jonas Renkse’s unmistakable vocals intertwining with hypnotic rhythms and progressive elements. “Temporal” balances fragility and strength – its intense verses culminating in a soaring, emotionally charged chorus, while the breathtaking “Efter Solen” (Engl. After the Sun), featuring Swedish lyrics, mesmerizes with minimalistic yet striking instrumentation.

Get your copy of Nightmares as Extensions of the Waking State NOW

Even after more than 30 years, KATATONIA continues to redefine the emotional spectrum of their genre, effortlessly shifting between haunting vulnerability and commanding artistry. With sonic landscapes that evoke dystopia, inner demons, purity, and beauty alike, Nightmares as Extensions of the Waking State stands as a testament to their enduring brilliance. The album was produced by Jonas Renkse, recorded by Lawrence Mackrory at NBS Audio and The City of Glass, mixed by Adam Noble, and mastered by Robin Schmidt at 24-96 Mastering. 

Nightmares as Extensions of the Waking State tracklist:
1.  Thrice
2.  The Liquid Eye
3.  Wind of no Change
4.  Lilac
5.  Temporal
6.  Departure Trails
7.  Warden
8.  The Light Which I Bleed
9.  Efter Solen
10. In the Event of

Experience KATATONIA Live in 2025
 
UK & EUROPE TOUR 2025
w/ EVERGREY & Klogr

11.11.25 FI – Tampere / Tavara-asema
12.11.25 FI – Helsinki / House of Culture
14.11.25 NO – Oslo / Rockefeller
15.11.25 SE – Gothenburg / Pustervik
16.11.25 DE – Hamburg / Gruenspan
18.11.25 PL – Warsaw / Progresja
19.11.25 DE – Berlin / Huxleys
20.11.25 DE – Leipzig / Täubchenthal
21.11.25 CZ – Prague / Palac Akropolis
22.11.25 AT – Vienna / Simm City
24.11.25 DE – Munich / Backstage Werk
25.11.25 DE – Stuttgart / LKA Longhorn
27.11.25 IT – Milan / Alcatraz
28.11.25 CH – Zurich / Komplex
29.11.25 FR – Lyon / La Rayonne
01.12.25 ES – Madrid / BUT
02.12.25 ES – Barcelona / Salamandra
03.12.25 FR – Toulouse / Le Metronum
05.12.25 UK – London / Electric Ballroom
06.12.25 UK – Glasgow / Garage
07.12.25 UK – Manchester / Academy 2
08.12.25 UK – Bristol / SWK
10.12.25 FR – Paris / Le Trabendo
11.12.25 LU – Luxembourg / Rockhal
12.12.25 DE – Frankfurt / Batschkapp
13.12.25 DE – Cologne / Live Music Hall
14.12.25 NL – Amsterdam / Melkweg Max
16.12.25 BE – Antwerp / Trix
18.12.25 DK – Copenhagen / Amager Bio
19.12.25 SE – Karlstad / Nöjesfabriken
20.12.25 SE – Stockholm / Fållan

Tickets are available now. For more information, visit the official website – https://katatonia.com/

Festivals 2025
22.06.25 BE – Dessel / Graspop Metal Meeting
05.07.25 DE – Mühlheim / Castle Rock
06.07.25 TR – Istanbul / Headbanger’s Weekend
26.07.25 PL – Ostrów Wielkopolski / Ostrów Rock Festival
30.07.25 RO – Braşov / Rockstadt Extreme Fest
01.08.25 DE – Wacken / Wacken Open Air
22.08.25 IT – Marina Di Altidona / Wondergate (Parco dei Due Ponti)

KATATONIA are:
Jonas Renkse – Vocals
Niklas Sandin – Bass
Daniel Moilanen – Drums
Nico Elgstrand – Guitar
Sebastian Svalland – Guitar

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WARKINGS Return with Boisterous New Single + Official Video ‘Kings of Ragnarök’

Posted by tarjavirmakari on June 4, 2025
Posted in: Int. News, News. Tagged: WARKINGS. Leave a comment
[Photo credit: Matthias Schwaighofer / Schwaighofer Art]

Valiant power metal warriors WARKINGS charge into battle with “Kings of Ragnarök”, an epic power metal anthem of fire, steel, and fate! The third single from their upcoming new album Armageddon, out July 4, 2025 via Napalm Records, is a testament to the bands’ musical prowess and magnitude, as tales of the end times are delivered with metal mastery. Through WARKINGS’ recognizable sonic might, “Kings of Ragnarök” is as destructive as the mythological event it describes.

As gods and monsters clash in the final war, thunderous riffs and heroic chants summon the warriors of the storm to unite. Side by side, they march into doomsday, fearless and unbowed. This is more than just a song – it’s a rallying cry for the WARKINGS legion!         

Make sure not to miss WARKINGS bringing their epic new music to European stages during the 2026 co-headline Pirates & Kings tour with label mates Visions of Atlantis! See below for all confirmed tour dates.
Check out the official music video for “Kings of Ragnarök” and prepare for battle – the end times are here!               

The Spartan comments:             
“When the world burns, our warriors and shieldmaidens will stand together!”

Since their formation in 2018, WARKINGS have cemented their place in the power metal scene. They have conquered festival stages, played alongside legends like Powerwolf, Hammerfall, and Subway To Sally, and built a devoted fanbase that has chanted their anthems at Europe’s biggest stages, including Wacken Open Air.

The five warriors in WARKINGS have once again taken up their weapons to bring the legends of their past to life with mighty power metal anthems. Each of them carries the memories of great battles within, and now, the time has come to unleash these stories upon the world alongside the indomitable sorceress Morgana le Fay.    

The band’s fifth album, Armageddon, is a journey through some of history’s most pivotal conquests—moments where warriors stood firm, empires crumbled, and the world was forever changed.            

WARKINGS comment:  
“Armageddon is not just the end — it’s the moments in history that changed the world forever. This album is a tribute to the warriors and shieldmaidens who faced the battles that shaped their world.”

Pre-Order Your Copy of Armageddon NOW

From the Viking raid on Lindisfarne in “Armageddon” to the thunderous legacy of “Genghis Khan”, and the tragic fall of the Knights Templar on “Hangman’s Night”, WARKINGS breathe fire into forgotten chapters of the past.              

The new album features strong forces – Dominum (“Hangman’s Night”), Orden Ogan (“Genghis Khan”) and Subway to Sally (“Stahl auf Stahl”) lend their weapons to the mighty kings. Adding to the sonic arsenal, Armageddon was produced by Felix Heldt and mixed/mastered by the renowned Jacob Hansen (Volbeat, Powerwolf, Amaranthe). The band teamed up with further musicians to write some battle hymns on this album: Eike Freese (Dark Age, Lord of the Lost) lends his power to “Genghis Khan”, Jan S. Mischon (Saltatio Mortis) joins on “Varangoi”, and Ken Kängström (Follow The Cypher, Sabaton) co-wrote “Kingdom Come”.              

With Armageddon, WARKINGS prove that history is not only written by rulers and conquerors—it is shaped by those who fought in their name. This album offers a glimpse into the experiences of those who stood at the brink of their own end—their personal Ragnarök, their own Armageddon. Honoring these fearless warriors, WARKINGS deliver yet another epic, destined to triumph in every battle!       

Armageddon track listing:         
1. To Lindisfarne…         
2. Armageddon 
3. Genghis Khan (feat. Orden Ogan)       
4. Kingdom Come           
5. Morgana’s incantation            
6. Circle of witches         
7. Kings of Ragnarök      
8. Call to Arms  
9. Troops of immortality              
10. Nightfall      
11. Hangman’s Night (feat. Dominum)   
12. Varangoi     
13. Here comes the rain              
14. Stahl auf Stahl (feat. Subway to Sally)

Experience WARKINGS Live:

31.05.25 AT – Kufstein / Festung Kufstein
14.06.25 DE – Burg Abenberg / Feuertanz-Festival
19.06.25 BE – Dessel / Graspop Metal Meeting
27.-28.06.25 DE – Härtsfeldsee / Rock am Härtsfeldsee
03.07.25 DE – Ballenstedt / Rockharz ​
04.07.25 DE – Mühlheim a. d. Ruhr / Castle Rock
05.07.25 DE – Aschaffenburg / Colos-Saal + Hammer King (Album Release-Show)
10.-12.07.25 AT – Leoben / Area 53 – Festival
11.07.25 DE – Saarbrücken / Powerwolf SB-Open-Air
12.07.25 DE – Balingen / RV Bang-Festival
13.07.25 CZ – Vizovice / Masters of Rock
24.07.25 DE – Bremen / Seebühne
25.07.25 DE – Burg Creuzburg / Burg Creuzburg
30.07.-02.08.25 DE – Wacken / Wacken
06.-09.08.25 ES – Villena / Alicante / Leyendas del Rock
09.08.25 DE – Aach / Lake Constance / Das grosse Treffen

PIRATES & KINGS TOUR 2026 w/ Visions of Atlantis:
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

WARKINGS are:
Tribune – War Chant
Crusader – Steelwing
Spartan – War Drums
Viking – Battle Axe
Morgana le Fay – Unholy Evocations
 
WARKINGS online:

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FIREFORCE Return with Brand New, Furious Combat Metal Video Single ‘Battle of Ramadi’

Posted by tarjavirmakari on June 4, 2025
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[photo: Marleen Delanoy]

Four years since their latest, much-acclaimed studio offering “Rage Of War“, Belgian combat metal powerhouse FireForce returns with their brand new song “Battle of Ramadi”! The thunderous track blending all of the band’s trademarks of epic, raging heavy power metal inspired by historical events, war and mythology, comes with a music video that is now premiering below.

FireForce states: “This one is about the battle between a regular army and opponents who act like ghosts between the ruins, and don’t fight by the normal rules of engagement. And the frustration and emotions of the soldiers involved.“

Listen to “Battle of Ramadi”, out now on all digital streaming services at: https://fireforce.rpm.link/ramadiPR

FireForce is:
Søren Adamsen – Vocals
Erwin Suetens – Guitars
Marcus Forstbauer – Solo guitars
Serge Bastaens – Bass
Christophe De Combe – Drums

For More Info Visit:
Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/Fireforceband/
Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/fireforceofficial/
YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwIVldfeEhz25yVI5x36iIQ

TRYLION Present Blackened New Single ‘Shattered Recall’

Posted by tarjavirmakari on June 4, 2025
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TRYLION was founded in 2013 in Poznań. Since then, the band has released two records: an EP and an album titled “Education for Freedom” – both got great worldwide reviews. Musically, Trylion combines rhythmic riffs with ambient sounds and heavy, alternating clean vocals. The significant contrast in their songs makes their overall sound diverse, fitting within the realm of progressive metal with a focus on modern playing. The band’s themes revolve around life and death, exploring human existence.

The band TRYLION has released a new single entitled “Shattered Recall“. It announces new material, which will be released as an EP.

The main theme of the song’s lyrics is the internal struggle of a person with their memories. Strong music and vocals contrasting with gentle sounds introduce the right mood in each fragment of the song.

Videoclip was created by band leader Bartosz Stachowiak. Emil Reitan from Icicle Studios – known for example from the Norwegian band Frostbitt is responsible for the mix and mastering.

More information: Facebook | Bandcamp | Instagram | Website | Spotify

ADAMANTRA Release More Previously Unreleased Material – Adventures of King Arthur Continue

Posted by tarjavirmakari on June 4, 2025
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Photographer: Raimo Dahl @ hopeaajavaloa.fi

Adamantra, who released their third album in the fall, have found another previously unreleased song in their treasure chest. The pompous The Spirit of Freedom was recorded during the band’s second album Act II – Silent Narratives sessions between 2010 and 2013. However, the bonus track intended for the Japanese market never made it to any release. The song will be accompanied by a lyric video featuring the Adamantra boys on tour and in the studio between 2010 and 2015.

Bass player Jukka Hoffrén gives background on the song’s history and journey:

“The Spirit of Freedom is one of the first songs I composed for Adamantra. I remember when we were still young high school kids with Panu (guitarist) just playing riffs and building the song together. However, after the first Adamantra band practices, it was clear that the song would not necessarily fit on the debut album and so the song was left to moulder and wait for a new resurrection.

We had big plans for the release of our second album Act II – Silent Narratives and we needed, or thought we needed, extra material again, so we decided to record this one as a bonus track just in case. As usual in the music business, things didn’t go as planned and the song never saw the light of day.

This song was fun to record with no pressure. This is quite over the top in terms of choirs, multiple bass solos and fantasy-themed storytelling. In addition, Petri Mäkilä (ex-Simulacrum) featuring on a great guitar solo. I guess no other band has put this much effort into their extra material and bonus song, which doesn’t even end up on the actual album.”

The song is a follow-up to the opening song Shining Time released a month ago and the second part of a trilogy based on the adventures of King Arthur. The third and final part will be released with the next, fourth album.

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

  • ISRC: FI3AD1400010
  • Composition: Jukka Hoffrén & Panu Kiskola
  • Lyrics: Jukka Hoffrén

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