‘Lotus (Acoustic Version)’ shows LIV KRISTINE from her most intimate side – completely stripped down and yet haunting. The song originally appeared on the 2014 album ‘Vervain’.
In this new acoustic recording, created during the sessions for the current album ‘Amor Vincit Omnia’, the song unfolds with gentle guitar sounds, delicate piano and Liv’s characteristic, angelic voice. Her voice floats above the arrangement, without any bombastic metal trappings, revealing the pure essence of ‘Lotus’: a musical meditation on fragility, hope and inner strength.
‘No More Lies’ is the brand-new single by Let ShadeS Do, out today on all digital platforms via Volcano Records, and on YouTube with a music video full of dark and esoteric imagery.
Let ShadeS Do is a metal project born from the visionary creativity of guitarist and singer Alex Under (real name Domenico Di Girolamo), who, together with singer and songwriter Candice Hellish (aka Elisa Porcu), started from Italy and had the drive and talent to bring together a team of top-tier artists and professionals from the international scene to create a deep and multi-layered work. No More Lies, the band’s third single released through Volcano Records, features legendary vocalist Zachary “Zak” Stevens, frontman of the iconic Savatage, and showcases a stunning guitar duel between the incredible Neil Zaza and the talented Alex Under. Rounding out the lineup are bassist Oliver Holzwarth (Sieges Even, Blind Guardian, Rhapsody of Fire) and drummer Enrico “Chan Choosy” Cianciusi (Headless, Neil Zaza Band), a rhythm section that brings the song the energy and power it deserves.
The ‘No More Lies’ video continues the storyline introduced in the band’s previous singles, Lost and A New Unworld—the latter featuring a guest appearance by well-known adult film actress Roberta Gemma. The narrative follows mysterious characters in a dystopian world filled with magical and occult elements—yet eerily similar to our own—as they move inevitably toward a final reckoning.
Stream No More Lies now on all major platforms, and watch the video on YouTube:
Danish melodeath band WITHERING SURFACE decided to record a live cover version as a tribute to At The Gates’ Tomas “Tompa” Lindberg, who passed away on the 16th of October. Tompa and At The Gates were a huge inspiration for Withering Surface. “Under A Serpent Sun” is s song Withering Surface performed live many times during the late 90s and early 2000s, so recording it felt natural and like coming home.
“Back in the day, when we formed Withering Surface, I discovered At The Gates”, says Allan Tvedebrink, founding member, composer and guitarist in Withering Surface. “One year later, they released “Slaughter Of The Soul”, which to this day is still one of my top three albums of all time. The others differ from time to time, but “Slaughter of the Soul” remains. It’s timeless and it’s perfect… So is the legacy of At The Gates. They have had a massive influence on me, our band and on the entire genre throughout the years. It was obvious to us that we should cover “Under a Serpent Sun” when we played live in the nineties and it was obvious for us to revisit it and to record a live version as a tribute to Tomas Lindberg who tragically passed away on Tuesday, October 16th. We will forever miss Tompa and his awesome being and we will forever have his music and inspiration with us going forward”.
Recorded, mixed and mastered by Jakob Møller Gundel. October 2025. This official video captures de recording session.
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Recording lineup: Allan Tvedebrink – guitars Jakob Møller Gundel – drums Jesper Kvist – bass Marco Angioni – guitars Michael Hvolgaard Andersen – vocals
Norwegian gothic rock act MALICE IN WONDERLAND is set to reopen the gates to one of their most iconic songs. On December 2, the band releases a newly reimagined 2025 version of “Lucifer’s Town” — a cult classic that once defined their early sound and became a phenomenon during the golden era of MySpace.
Originally released in 2005, “Lucifer’s Town” quickly gained traction worldwide, earning over one million MySpace plays at a time when the platform served as a global discovery hub for dark alternative music. The track became a cornerstone of the band’s identity, blending cinematic melancholy with soaring hooks and the signature dark romanticism that has followed Malice In Wonderland throughout their career.
Now, 20 years later, the band revisits the anthem with a modern edge. The 2025 version is newly arranged, newly recorded, and shaped for the band’s milestone anniversary, bringing out the raw power, emotional depth, and atmospheric drama that fans have carried with them for two decades.
“We wanted to honour what the song meant to us and to the fans, while giving it the energy, grit and production it always deserved,” says frontman Chris Wicked. “This isn’t only nostalgia — it’s resurrection.”
The new release marks a key moment in the band’s ongoing 20-year anniversary celebration, which includes re-recordings, archival content, and new material highlighting the legacy of Malice In Wonderland’s golden era. With its blend of haunting melodies, cinematic tension, and nocturnal beauty, “Lucifer’s Town (2025)” stands as both a tribute to the past and a bold step into the future — a perfect entry point for long-time followers and new listeners discovering the band for the first time.
“Lucifer’s Town (Revisited)” will be available on all major streaming platforms on December 2, 2025.
ABOUT MALICE IN WONDERLAND Norway’s premier goth n’ roll band, Malice In Wonderland, first made waves on the local scene in the late ’90s and early 2000s, before exploding onto the international stage with their 2005 debut album.
Fronted by the enigmatic Chris Wicked, the band quickly built a global following, with fan clubs spanning the world. They toured across Europe and Asia, shared stages with legends like Def Leppard, and appeared in numerous TV shows and productions. Their breakout single “Lucifer’s Town” became a viral hit on MySpace, racking up over a million plays and cementing their cult status.
Now, two decades after their debut—and ten years since their farewell tour—Norway’s ultimate goth n’ roll cult is back, louder and darker than ever.
City: Bergen Country: Norway Artist: Malice In Wonderland Single title: Lucifer’s Town (Revisited) Release date: December 2, 2025 Label: Raven Black Recordings Genre: Goth rock, goth metal
Credits: Chris Wickeed – Vocals, backing vocals, music, lyrics, arrangements Eskil Sæter – Bass, guitar, backing vocals, synths, engineering, arrangements, producing, lyric video Marius Mathisen – Drums, synths, electronics, engineering, arrangements, producing Hildegunn Pernille Mellingen – Backing vocals Terje Tjervaag: mixing Hugo Alverstein: mastering Press photos by: Anders Trier-Vaage
Australia’s hard rock renegades fire off their most explosive original track, “Stealing Our Freedom”, from their forthcoming album, “Something Borrowed…Something New,” due out December 5th, 2025, from Rockshots Records, marking their most authentic and organic release to date.
“Stealing Our Freedom” is a protest-anthem with teeth: rootsy acoustic intro, a razor-sharp riff that hits like mid-90s Megadeth, and lyrics that call out political distrust, land exploitation and personal liberties slipping away. Recorded fully live at Black Lodge Studio, no click, no edits, no digital makeup, just four guys in a room turning frustration into rock’n’roll fire. Crank it loud!
Produced by the band and engineered by Joel Taylor at Black Lodge Studio (Melbourne), “Something Borrowed…Something New” represents a turning point in Greystone Canyon’s journey. As the title suggests, it’s a hybrid record – a mix of new original songs and hand-picked classics from the bands that shaped their sound, including Thin Lizzy, Led Zeppelin, ZZ Top, UFO, and Neil Young. The album bridges past and present, combining heartfelt tributes with fresh, road-worn originals such as “Drives Us,” “Friend of the Fox,” and “Stealing Our Freedom”.
Vocalist/guitarist Darren Cherry comments:
“This is our most honest record so far, real instruments, real performances, all captured live in one room. We wanted to remind listeners of the warmth and punch that only true rock bands can create together. It’s pure, old-school energy, and we had an absolute blast making it.”
Following the success of “Iron & Oak” (2024), which reached #18 on the Australian iTunes Hard Rock chart and earned multiple 10/10 media scores, the band is poised to bring their music to a new global audience with a record that’s equal parts homage and evolution.
Recommended for fans of Led Zeppelin, Thin Lizzy, and ZZ Top, Greystone Canyon‘s new album “Something Borrowed…Something New” is out December 5th, 2025
This year’s pre-holiday season has unexpectedly gained a brand-new event: Wacken and Christmas are being combined. On December 11th, 2025, the very first W:O:A Holy Night will take place, featuring major bands such asSaltatio Mortis, Beyond the BlackandLord of the Loston the lineup. Seasoned Wacken-goers will certainly recognize the venues: Landgasthof Wacken and the Heiligen-Geist-Kirche. You’ll find ticket access details and the Magenta livestream schedule below.
Wacken and Magenta are definitely already in the mood:
“Okay Wacken Family… it’s time: This has never happened before! Metal meets Christmas. Winter meets Wacken. For the first time ever: W:O:A Holy Night!”
The Confirmed Lineup
The W:O:A and MagentaMusik trailer has already announced seven bands for the Holy Night. The current lineup is as follows:
For everyone who wants to be there in person: there will be no regular ticket sale for this event. Tickets can only be won through the Telekom giveaway. The raffle runs until December 2nd via the MeinMagenta app.
If you’re not lucky or don’t have time for a trip to Wacken, you can still watch the free livestream starting at 5 p.m. (CET) on MagentaMusik, TikTok, and MagentaTV’s Facebook page.
The trailer also offers a first sneak peek at the new Hämatom song “We Wish You a Metal Christmas,” which will be released on December 5th and can already be pre-saved.
Watch the trailer here:
Source: Nuclear Blast Editorial Team
THE ROCK ALCHEMIST – Italian Rock Band from Turin with a strong sonic identity that blends modern rock with progressive, hard, alternative, and pop elements!
Kimmo Kuusniemi’s SARCOFAGUS return with a Historic 2010 Concert Video Premiere on YouTube! Click image to watch the video
