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Belgian modern metal act AEVERIS have released their second single ‚And Then There Were None‘, accompanied by a visualizer video. The track serves as a preview of their upcoming album ‚Imminence (Act II – Revelations)‘, set for release on May 23rd. Crushing riffs, haunting melodies and raw emotional depth define this cinematic new offering.

GREEN LUNG have announced an extensive UK and European tour for December 2026, dubbed the Dance to the Grave Tour MMXXVI. The run features special guests HIGH ON FIRE and support act GNOME, spanning 15 dates across Belgium, Germany, Austria, the Netherlands, France, Ireland, and the UK. The announcement follows the reveal of their long-awaited fourth studio album, Necropolitan, due September 11th, 2026.

Italian modern rock outfit THE ROCK ALCHEMIST have released a live performance video for their track ‚Limitless‘, taken from their 2024 album ‚Lead, Love and Gold‘ on Lion Music. Recorded on February 28, 2026, at Magazzini Musicali Merula, the video showcases the band’s commitment to authentic, unprocessed live sound.

METALLICA has partnered with Red Cross organisations across Europe to bring their #BleedingMe blood drive campaign to the European leg of the M72 World Tour. Drives are now active in Frankfurt, Zurich, and Berlin, with Budapest set to follow in June.

Aggro-tech legends COMBICHRIST are heading back to European stages in December 2026 with their exclusive oldschool set headliner tour ELECTRO COMBICHRISTMAS. The 15-date run spans Spain, Czech Republic, Bulgaria, Greece, Germany, Finland and Norway. Tickets go on sale Thursday, May 21st at 10 AM CEST.

New York heavy metal titans ANTHRAX have announced their long-awaited 12th studio album ‚Cursum Perficio‘, set for release on September 18th, 2026 via Nuclear Blast Records and Megaforce Records. The announcement comes alongside the release of the first single and video, ‚It’s For The Kids‘, a ferocious thrash ripper that signals a triumphant return for the multi-GRAMMY-nominated quintet.

Vancouver folk-extreme metal outfit ATAVISTIA have released their most folk-inspired full-length to date, ‚Old Gods Awaken‘, via Blood Blast Distribution. The album arrives alongside a lyric video for the track ‚Ride The White Storm‘, offering a taste of the band’s signature orchestral ferocity.

Italian progressive post-metal outfit THE VALLEY have released their new single ‚The River‘ via Volcano Records & Promotion, available on all digital platforms as of May 15. The track arrives alongside an official music video on YouTube, continuing the band’s run of conceptually rich releases.

German death doom trio ARROGANZ have released their seventh full-length album, ‚Death Doom Punks‘, via Testimony Records on May 15, 2026. Recorded as a duo before welcoming new guitarist -B- into the fold, the record marks a deliberate step toward a more brutal and uncompromising sound. Featuring guest vocals from Zingultus of ENDSTILLE and NAGELFAR, the album is described by the band as nothing short of a rebirth.

German gothic metal veterans CREMATORY have released their long-awaited greatest hits compilation ‚English Hymns & Deutsche Hymnen‘ via ROAR – A Division Of Reigning Phoenix Music. The release marks 35 years of the band’s career and spans their bilingual catalogue across a three-CD edition and limited vinyl formats. CREMATORY are simultaneously on tour across Europe, bringing the collection to life on stage.