KATATONIA Unleash Captivating Lyric Video for Second Single ‘Temporal’

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Swedish masters of melancholic metal, KATATONIA, have unveiled the second new single from their upcoming album, Nightmares as Extensions of the Waking State, out June 6, 2025 via Napalm Records! ”Temporal” balances fragility and strength – its intense verses culminating in a soaring, emotionally charged chorus. The track arrives with a beautiful lyric video.
 
Even after more than 30 years, KATATONIA continues to redefine the emotional spectrum of the genre, effortlessly shifting between haunting vulnerability and commanding artistry. KATATONIA’s music is pure and heartfelt from the northern wilderness; cast in mournful dirges for a world that needs a renaissance. Secure your copy of Nightmares as Extensions of the Waking State now and check out the lyric video for ”Temporal” below!
 
Jonas Renkse comments:
”Temporal, when the enchantment is gone. When riffing is on, the combination offers no solace other than the pleasure of the vicious circle & the colours of the night. Enjoy.”

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. A near-ceremonial piece, “Wind of No Change”, merges subtle electronic textures with KATATONIA’s enigmatic soundscapes. The breathtaking “Efter Solen” (Engl. After the Sun), featuring Swedish lyrics, 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

As soon as summer has shattered, KATATONIA will embark on an epic headline tour this fall across Europe and the UK together with label mates and Gothenburg’s top-notch metal export EVERGREY and Klogr from Italy. Kicking off on November 11 in Tampere, Finland, the tour will cover 31 major cities in total and culminate in a grand finale in Stockholm, Sweden on December 20. Tickets are available now. For more information, visit the official website – https://katatonia.com/

KATATONIA 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

Festivals 2025
03.05.25 BE – Izegem / Headbangers Balls Fest
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

KATATONIA online:
HOMEPAGE
FACEBOOK
INSTAGRAM
TWITTER
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FRONT ROW WARRIORS Drop Music Video for Upcoming Studio Album Title Track ‘Running Out Of Time’

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[photo: Sermed Shaikh]

Stuttgart, Germany-based melodic heavy metal act FRONT ROW WARRIORS is currently gearing up for the release of their sophomore, new studio album “Running Out Of Time”, that will be out on July 11, 2025 via ROAR. A video clip for the epic album title track is now premiering below!

“Running Out Of Time” will be available on CD, Vinyl and Digital formats, pre-order your copy at: https://frontrowwarriors.rpm.link/rootalbumPR

“In spring 2020, time suddenly stood still, nothing was the same as before and no one could have guessed how long it would take to finally see and hug their loved one, family and friends again,” comments the band about their latest single release “Running Out Of Time”. “For many, it was an almost unbearable barrier to overcome, while others lost the race against time. Running out of time tells the story and reminds us that nothing in life should be put off……”

Listen to “Running Out Of Time”, out now on all digital streaming providers, at: https://frontrowwarriors.rpm.link/rootsinglePR

Founded in 2019, FRONT ROW WARRIORS has already caused quite a stir in 2023 with their debut “Wheel Of Fortune” and was showered with praise by critics. The German Rock and Pop Musicians Association even named the debut album „Hard Rock Album of the Year 2023“. The 80s hard rock, with a pinch of AOR and melodic metal from the 90s, went down fantastically straight away, which is not only due to singer Elkie Gee, who has a remarkable range and stands out from the crowd with her vocal color.

All of the band members in FRONT ROW WARRIORS are no strangers in the scene. Sorin Badin and Stef Binnig-Gollub on guitars are former musicians from Samsara and Septagon, while Richie Seibel, who is also a member of Ivanhoe and Them, plays the keys. The bass is played by Timo Michels (ex-Pump) and the drums by Jay G. (ex-Sharon). The band played a number of concerts and festivals in 2024 and performed on stage with the likes of Treat, Vicious Rumors, Riot V, Victory, Axxis and Shakra. Since March 2024, guitarist Dominik Barth (ex-Illusoria) has replaced Sorin Badin, who had to step back for family reasons, but has been working in the background on the studio and fine-tuning the songs.

Their new album “Running Out Of Time”, once again with none other than Achim Köhler (Primal Fear, Brainstorm a.o.) at the controls and co-produced by Michael Bormann, features some real bangers and impressively proves that the band also feels at home in metal. Lovers of delicate guitar and keyboard work as well as melodic hooks will get their money‘s worth, as will fans of the heavier genre. FRONT ROW WARRIORS once again skilfully play with the genres to produce a colorful bouquet of fabulous songs with guaranteed catchy tunes and surprising moments!

The band recently said: “Running Out Of Time” was created during a time when we were on the road a lot, soaking up this energy and packing it into our new songs. This has made our music a little harder, but we‘ve definitely stayed true to ourselves when it comes to catchy choruses and can‘t wait to present our new songs and bring them to the stage.”

Pre-order “Running Out Of Time” now on https://frontrowwarriors.rpm.link/rootalbumPR

Album Tracklist:

01 – Turn The Tide
02 – Theory Of Mind
03 – The Holy
04 – Cast A Spell
05 – New Horizons
06 – Running Out Of Time
07 – Rise Against
08 – Don’t Think The Night Is Over
09 – Seems Like Paradise
10 – Heartbreaker
11 – FRW

FRONT ROW WARRIORS Live:
11.07.2025 (DE) Release Meet and Greet Balingen
13.09.2025 (DE) Bisingen
04.10.2025 (DE) Haigerloch
22.11.2025 (DE) Balingen
10.1.2026 (CH) Wasen

Artist Line-Up:
Elkie Gee – Vocals
Dominik Barth – Guitar
Stef Binnig-Gollub – Guitar
Timo Michels – Bass
Richie Seibel – Keyboards
Jay-G – Drums

For More Info Visit:
Homepage | https://www.frontrowwarriors.com
Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/FRW.official
Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/front_row_warriors
YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCGbhzgbbLZ_414s4IYCBqQ

DIVNI SAN Unleash Thrash Metal Anthem ‘The Power Of Your Soul’

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Heavy thrash metal force DIVNI SAN returns with “The Power of Your Soul” (Remastered),  the electrifying official lyric video from their upcoming album “Dreamlike Tales,” set for release via Wormholedeath.

Roaring with high-voltage riffs, punishing rhythms, and an unstoppable energy, “The Power of Your Soul” is a full-throttle declaration of inner strength and spiritual resistance. With razor-sharp precision and anthemic intensity, Divni San deliver a modern thrash classic built for both the pit and the stage.

Pre-save the album “Dreamlike Tales” now: orcd.co/dreamliketales

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www.facebook.com/DIVNISAN
www.youtube.com/@divnisan
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MYSTIC CIRCLE Unleash Fierce Cover Version of BATHORY’s ‘One Rode To Asa Bay’ from Upcoming Album

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Photo: Niddhoeggr Keitelson — Cover Artwork: Thor

June 6, 2025 will see the German iconic black/death metal duo MYSTIC CIRCLE release an extended new edition of “Kriegsgötter MMXXV” via ROAR, featuring 8 tracks and furious cover versions of classics such as from BATHORY, CELTIC FROST, POSSESSED, ACHERON, or the previously-released, completely re-recorded cover version of IRON MAIDEN‘s “Afraid To Shoot Strangers”.

On selected tracks, the band welcomes back British soprano Sarah Jezebel Deva on guest vocals, who has already made guest appearances with CRADLE OF FILTH, THE KOVENANT and THERION, among others. The track “Cry Little Sister” also features Karo Hafke, singer of the dark wave gothic band Umbra Et Imago. Pre-order your album copy now on: https://mysticcircle.rpm.link/krieg

Today, MYSTIC CIRCLE have unleashed a new single taken off “Kriegsgötter MMXXV”, their blistering cover version of the BATHORY classic “One Rode To Asa Bay“! 

Listen now on all digital streaming services at: https://mysticcircle.rpm.link/ortabPR

“One Rode To Asa Bay“ is a track from the fifth BATHORY album „Hammerheart“, which is a favourite of us two,” A. Blackwar reveals. “The band was a huge influence for us back then, but also today. You hear that in our early works and in general for our love of atmospheric parts. When Sarah heard the song in the studio, she went to the cabin and started to sing – which wasn’t planned at all. We looked at each other with a devilish smile in our face and said: that was the missing part! This song is pure epic!”

Let’s go back a quarter of a century to the year 2000: MYSTIC CIRCLE were at their peak at the time after the release of their third studio epic “Infernal Satanic Verses” and were rightly regarded as Germany’s leading black metal band. In the summer after the turn of the millennium, the Ludwigshafen-based band followed up with the 5-track EP “Kriegsgötter II”, a compilation of cover versions and new recordings. However, the founding line-up broke up during this phase and A. Blackwar left the band. Only his return in 2020 and the reunion with vocalist Beelzebub conjured up the spirit of that time again, resulting in the two great new records “Mystic Circle” (2022) and “Erzdämon” (2023), closing the infamous circle (or pentagram?) again.

“It was inevitable for me to end my time with MYSTIC CIRCLE with “Kriegsgötter II”. The long break was necessary, we lost the connection to each other back then – which is stronger than ever today,” summarizes A. Blackwar and looks back with a teary eye, but also with a smile, because as so often in life, everything happens for a reason.

Pre-Order “Kriegsgötter MMXXV” HERE

Album Tracklist:
01 – One Rode To Asa Bay (feat. Sarah Jezebel Deva)
02 – Die Götter der Urväter
03 – Azazel’s Soulfly
04 – Cry Little Sister (Theme from “The Lost Boys”, feat. Karo Hafke of Umbra Et Imago)
05 – Afraid To Shoot Strangers (feat. Sarah Jezebel Deva)
06 – Death Metal
07 – Acheron (Medley)
08 – Circle Of The Tyrants

MYSTIC CIRCLE is:
Beelzebub – Vocals, Guitars, Bass, Keyboards
A. Blackwar – Drums, Guitars, Keyboards

For More Info Visit:
Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/MysticCircleOfficial
Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/mystic_circle_official
TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@mystic_circle_official
YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWjsdNlz2HHPJ6Gv1LpwbZg

MYSTIC CIRCLE joined the the rooster of The Flaming Arts Agency
Webpage: https://theflamingarts.eu

DEFILED Announce “Smoke and Mirrors” Tour 2025

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Photo by Shigenori Ishikawa

Tokyo’s death metal stalwarts, DEFILED, are set to embark on their “Smoke and Mirrors” Tour 2025 this May, delivering their signature blend of old-school brutality and technical prowess to fans across South Korea and Japan. This tour supports their latest album, Horror Beyond Horror, released through Season of Mist.

Known for their unfiltered aggression and complex compositions, DEFILED has carved a niche in the death metal scene since the early ’90s. Their latest offering, Horror Beyond Horror, continues this legacy with tracks like “Smoke and Mirrors” and “To See Behind the Wall,” showcasing their ability to merge relentless riffs with intricate song structures.

Japanese & Korean fans can catch the band during the following dates:

16 May: Anyang, KR @ Purple Hall
17 May: Suwon, KR @ Alleyway Taphouse
18 May: Seoul, KR @ Club Victim (with Massacre)
19 May: Incheon, KR @ Gong-Gam Bar
23 May: Tokyo, JP @ Holiday (with Massacre)

Order & Stream Horror Beyond Horror: https://orcd.co/defiledhorrorbeyondhorror

Tracklist:

  1. Smoke and Mirrors (2:35)
  2. Horror Beyond Horror (4:01)
  3. Syndicate (3:59)
  4. The Alchemy (2:47)
  5. Demagogue (2:13)
  6. The Terminal Phase (2:18)
  7. Trojan Horse (2:35)
  8. Spectrum of Fear (2:30)
  9. The Crook and Flail (3:08)
  10. Replicator Dynamics (2:42)
  11. Equinox (3:04)
  12. The Chains (3:16)
  13. Psychopomp (3:14)
  14. To See Behind The Wall (2:45)
    Total runtime: 41:08
Cover Art by Wes Benscoter

From the depths of Tokyo’s darkest alleys, DEFILED have emerged once again, claws sharpened, eyes bloodshot, ready to unleash a fresh dose of unadulterated savagery with their latest full-length studio album, Horror Beyond Horror. Marrying the grotesque with technical prowess, these samurais of sickness are poised to carve another notch into the archives of death metal’s sordid history.

Since crawling from the primordial soup of the underground scene in the early ’90s, Defiled have forged a path littered with broken souls. Their journey of destruction first sank its teeth into the international jugular with Erupted Wrath, mixed by the masterful Jim Morris in Tampa, Florida. This brutal assault opened gates to a global bloodletting, from leveling stages in South Korea to crushing skulls at the Milwaukee Metalfest, and not even the November to Dismember fest could foresee the carnage they’d bring.

Commandeering the technical tightrope between anarchy and precision, Defiled evolved, much like an aberrant spawn isolated on the Galapagos, grotesque yet ultimately superior. Their subsequent onslaughts — Ugliness Revealed, Divination, and the sheer violence of In Crisis — built a monument to atrocity that ascends to new heights with Horror Beyond Horror.

Taking no prisoners in their three-decades-long campaign of terror, Defiled have become the indestructible behemoth of Asia’s death metal scene, powered by the relentless engine of their old-school roots and the twisted wreckage of technical thrash and progressive rock innovation.

But enough with the history lesson, you came here for the carnage, didn’t you? Horror Beyond Horror is a 14-track massacre, riddled with riffs sharp enough to slit your throat and a rhythmic onslaught that’ll pulverize your pathetic bones. Each track, from the visceral “Smoke and Mirrors” to the haunting “To See Behind the Wall”, is a calculated strike, precision-engineered to leave no survivors. Let’s not forget the eponymous “Horror Beyond Horror”, a track that cements Defiled’s legacy as harbingers of the apocalypse.

With a sound as raw as exposed nerve endings and as unrefined as a mass grave, Defiled stands defiantly apart from the polished poseurs and shameless sellouts. They don’t peddle in cheap gimmickry or nostalgia; they deal in the currency of pure, unfiltered destruction. As they look out upon the charred landscape of the genre they’ve helped to define, Defiled is not content to rest on their laurels. Horror Beyond Horror sees them, once again, ascending to the blood-soaked throne of death metal sovereignty.

Lineup:
Shinichiro Hamada – Vocals, Guitar
Yusuke Sumita – Guitar
Takachika Nakajima – Bass
Keisuke Hamada – Drums

Recording Studio:
Studio Zot, Tokyo, Japan

Production Credits:
Sound Engineers – Shinichiro Hamada & Keisuke Hamada
Produced by Yusuke Sumita
Mixed & Mastered by Kenji Kikuchi at Studio Nest, Chiba, Japan

Biography:
Defiled, with edits by Sébastien Gamez

Cover Art:
Wes Benscoter

Photographer:
Shigenori Ishikawa

Follow Defiled:

Website: http://www.defiled.info/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/defiled
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/defiledjapan
Bandcamp: https://defiledjapan.bandcamp.com
Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/defiled
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@defiled
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6KDc0SB4ero6zAgrafjVrt
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/artist/defiled/72867298
Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/music/player/artists/B001GJ407S/defiled

ROCKSTAR FRAME Join Sliptrick Records, New Single ‘Sex Toy(s)’ Out June 6th

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Italian hard rock powerhouse Rockstar Frame has officially joined the international Sliptrick Records roster, kicking off this thrilling new chapter with their latest single “Sex Toy(s)” dropping worldwide on June 6, 2025.

Rockstar Frame exploded onto the scene in 2015 with their debut Rock’n’Roll Mafia (Musicarchy Media), followed by Bulletproof (2018, Musicarchy Media) and Stand Up…Jump ‘n’ Fly (2021, Volcano Records). Across three full-length albums and two globe-spanning tours, they’ve built a fierce reputation for their hard-hitting sound, blending raw Sunset Strip sleaze with irresistible hooks and sensual energy.

Fronted by charismatic vocalist Izzy Cole, with Ian Darrell and Warren De Marchi shredding on guitars, Ronam Destefani on bass, and Max Klein pounding the drums, Rockstar Frame injects fresh, rebellious blood into the hard rock scene. Influenced by legends like Guns N’ Roses, Skid Row, Mötley Crüe, and Aerosmith, they channel that timeless spirit into every riff, every lyric, and every live show.

“Sex Toy(s)” promises to be their boldest, raunchiest, and most anthemic release yet — a pure adrenaline shot of guitar-driven attitude and provocative lyrics that will leave fans breathless and hungry for more.

“We’re excited to partner with Sliptrick Records,” says Izzy Cole. “This is a new era for Rockstar Frame, and Sex Toy(s) is just the beginning. Get ready for some unapologetically sexy, loud, and powerful rock ‘n’ roll!”

Pre-save the single at https://bfan.link/sex-toy-s

Connect with Rockstar Frame:
🌐 Website (offline): www.rockstarframe.com
📘 Facebook: facebook.com/RockstarFrame
📺 YouTube: youtube.com/rockstarframe
📸 Instagram: instagram.com/rockstarframe
🎧 Spotify: Listen on Spotify
🎵 Apple Music: Listen on Apple Music