Celestial Wizard will release the new album “Regenesis” on July 11 through Scarlet Records.
Celestial Wizard burst forth from the Colorado heavy metal scene in 2018 with all guns blazing, and is now an uncompromising sonic force looking to make its mark in the age of modern power metal with a melodic dual lead sound mixed with a death metal vocal styling.
Their third studio-album, “Regenesis” is a heavy, epic, vibrant offering that digs deep with its lyrical approach too. While sonically akin to the classic Swedish melo-death plot, the songs still stay true to the power metal-esque sound that truly defines the band.
The guys from Denver looked inward for their conceptual themes, wanting every track to feel as close-to-the-heart and culturally relevant as possible: from outlaws of the Wild West to cosmic rebirth, this effort covers an incredible amount of ground.
Each episode gives the listener a spirited and emotional experience: featuring a wider dynamic range of material than ever before, “Regenesis” has something for everyone!
artwork by Dan Goldsworthy
Produced by Celestial Wizard and Nick Nodurft at Rusty Sun Audio, and gorgeously illustrated by the English master Dan Goldsworthy, “Regenesis” will be released in the following formats:
jewel case CD
vinyl LP: 300 marbled orange
digital
“Regenesis” tracklist: 1 Muerte 2 Pale Horse 3 Fangbearer 4 She Is The Blade 5 Shores Of Eternity 6 Into The Abyss 7 Ride With Fire 8 Wicked Master 9 Emerald Eyes 10 Regenesis
Total running time – 45:56
FFO: (early) In Flames, Soilwork, Dark Tranquility, Galaktikon, Killswitch Engage, Carcass (“Heartwork”-era)
Celestial Wizard: Nick Daggers – vocals, guitar Amethyst Noir – vocals William Perkins – guitar Soren Bray – bass Tim Gillman – drums
Blending elements of indie, funk, jazz, and grunge, Slowburn is a genre-defying collection that captures the emotional intensity and evolving artistry of Harri Larkin. Known for her heartfelt lyricism, soaring vocal melodies, and an undeniably infectious sound, Harri delivers an EP that is both introspective and anthemic – burning slowly but leaving a lasting mark.
The new EP follows the powerful single ‘Too Close to the Sun‘, a song written in tribute to a close friend lost to an accidental overdose. The single set the emotional tone for ‘Slowburn‘, an honest and cathartic body of work that explores grief, healing, and the quiet power of vulnerability.
Harri Larkin first made waves with debut album ‘Beach City’ that caught the attention of BBC Introducing, who broadcast it in full. In 2023, Harri was named the winner of the national Tramlines “Apply to Play” competition, landing performances at major UK festivals and earning national radio play along the way.
Harri continues to push creative boundaries with ‘Slowburn’ – a record that embraces nuance, celebrates growth, and invites listeners into a deeply personal world.
Harri Tape – Guitar, vocals Abi Middleton – Backing vocals Tom Wylie – Guitar Oscar South – Bass Danton Laromani – Drums
September 26, 2025 will see Swedish metal act Curse Of Cain release their much-awaited, sophomore studio album, entitled “Achtung!”, via ROAR (Grave Digger, Mystic Circle, Holy Moses, Crematory a.o.). Coming on CD, Vinyl and Digital formats, the album pre-sale is available at this location: https://Curseofcain.rpm.link/achtungalbPR
Emerging from the enigmatic depths of their unique dimension, Curse Of Cain redefines what it means to be a band. Shrouded in mystery and driven by an unrelenting force they call Movie Metal, Curse of Cain is more than music, it’s an immersive saga. Their narrative weaves together struggles, victories, and the haunting beauty of a dystopian universe, brought to life by a cast of compelling characters.
With their forthcoming sonic masterpiece, “Achtung!”, Curse Of Cain elevate their storytelling to a new level of intensity. Each track is a chapter, plunging listeners deep into the trials, transformations, and unity of the band’s personas. This album isn’t just a collection of songs; it’s a declaration of resilience and individuality. Themes of defiance, survival, and self-discovery resonate through every riff, breakdown, and melody.
But give ear, as today, the extraordinary metal collective is presenting a video clip for their album title track “Achtung!”.Stream the song now onhttps://curseofcain.rpm.link/achtungsnglPR
Curse Of Cain doesn’t just perform music; they transport audiences to another world. Their live shows blur the line between concert and theater, with elaborate costumes, immersive lighting, and gripping storytelling. Fans become part of the narrative, stepping into the Curse Of Cain dimension as the band’s characters invite them to join the journey. It’s not just a show, it’s a portal into a rich, otherworldly experience.
The band’s roots lie in a dystopian, futuristic world scarred by the Red War of 2076. Here, Cain, a shadowy figure, navigates a shattered society teetering on collapse. His story is told through The Band, a group of misfit antiheroes who serve as both musicians and storytellers. By day, they’re a traveling cover band; by night, they’re operatives fighting against parasitic beings known as the “wrecks,” which infest and manipulate human hosts.
Curse Of Cain’s debut album delves into Cain’s past, revealing the events that shaped him and his enduring fight for survival. With “Achtung!”, the narrative unfolds further, showcasing a turning point in their universe, a battle against chaos, a rise against the darkness.
“We are the ones who walk the line between light and shadow, chaos and order,” Curse Of Cain declares. “Through “Achtung!”, we offer a glimpse into our battles and triumphs. This album is not just our story, it’s yours. Together, we defy the darkness.”
Curse Of Cain’s journey is far from over. With their forthcoming studio album as the next chapter in their epic tale, they invite you to step into their world, feel the power of their music, and embrace the story of struggle and unity. Welcome to the dimension of Curse Of Cain, prepare to be transformed!
Swedish death metal veterans Entrails are back with a new studio effort titled Grip of Ancient Evil, to be released on 18th July via Hammerheart Records. The album’s first single, ‘Wings of Death’, is now available to stream on the label’s YouTube channel.
Following the acclaimed release of An Eternal Time of Decay, Entrails dug deeper into the grave to conjure up their darkest and most savage material to date with their eighth full-length album, Grip of Ancient Evil.
In addition to honouring all its promises of brutality, the LP also features a number of surprises, including guest vocals by Per “Hellbutcher” Gustavsson (Friends of Hell, Nifelheim) on the song ‘Inner Demon’ and some intriguing acoustic passages.
Fronted by relentless leader Jimmy Lundqvist since the band’s rebirth 15 years ago, Entrails have gone on to bless the European death metal scene with hailed performances at cult festivals such as Netherlands Deathfest, Obscene Extreme Festival, Kill-Town Death Fest, and Hellfest.
In the finest tradition of Swedish old-school death metal, Entrails deliver another uncompromising homage to extreme music with this new ritualistic offering. If an unhealthy mix of HM-2 buzzsaw guitars, bludgeoning rhythms, and horror-drenched lyrics sounds like a delicacy, Grip of Ancient Evil should be right up your alley.
Tracklist: 1. Grip of Ancient Evil 2. Untreatable Decay 3. Skin ‘em All 4. Conquering the Unknown 5. Hunt in the Shadows 6. Fed to the Dead 7. Wings of Death 8. Graveyard Rising 9. Inner Demon 10. Insane Death 11. Consumed by Insects
Line-up: Jimmy Lundqvist – Guitar Markus Svensson – Guitar Julian Bellenox – Vocals Benjamin Andersson – Bass Arvid Borg – Drums
Piper, aka Päivi Sihvonen, the melodic atmospheric rock artist from Finland, has released the second single Raindrops from the second full-length studio album to be released later this year. She also releases Live album later this year.
Composition: Päivi Sihvonen & Saku Anttila Lyrics. Päivi Sihvonen Arrangement. Päivi Sihvonen & Saku Anttila
In Raindrops, the second single from the upcoming album A Bridge Across Time, the listener is drawn into the whirlpools of deep emotions. The raindrops of sound allow tears to flow for those whose eyes witness the dark veil swaying before them, a curtain of sorrow. Behind this gauzy curtain, the album’s deepest themes emerge: surrender, loss, and death.
Raindrops is crafted as a piano ballad and is the first recorded song to feature background vocals. Piper’s trademark layered style is evident in the execution – a collaboration once again between the familiar duo, Päivi Sihvonen and Saku Anttila. Päivi composes and writes the lyrics, while Saku arranges, plays all the other instruments, and sings the background vocals.
Nature’s influence can also be heard in Raindrops. The music paints a fog-covered, rugged landscape, where delicate pine branches are draped with tangled lichen. The frozen grasses, their dew drops each ringing their own little note, sway with the chilly rhythms of rock. Nature’s delicate dance echoes in the music, while the forest, with its mossy carpets, whispers lyrics from the past.
Colombian metal warriors Brinicle unleash a searing dose of philosophical destruction with the release of the official lyric video for “Pandemic”, a track from their upcoming full-length album Perceptions of Reality, set to drop on June 20, 2025, via Wormholedeath.
Carving a brutal path through the intersections of technical death metal precision and groove metal weight, Brinicle delivers a message as heavy as their riffs. “Pandemic” is not just a track—it’s an existential reckoning. The lyrics explore humanity’s role as both creator and destroyer, calling out greed, ignorance, and systematic corruption as the true diseases threatening the planet’s survival.
Anchored in Colombia’s thriving extreme metal scene, Brinicle has built their sonic identity on raw aggression, complex rhythmic structures, and unflinching lyrical depth. “Pandemic” serves as a furious preview of what Perceptions of Reality promises: a boundary-pushing, soul-crushing experience that refuses to pull punches.
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