Monat: Mai 2026

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.

LORDI, three-time Eurovision champion Johnny Logan and Finnish metal vocalist Noora Louhimo have joined forces for a bold song swap celebrating two iconic Eurovision victories. The collaboration sees Logan record a pop-rock version of LORDI’s ‚Hard Rock Hallelujah‘, while LORDI and Louhimo deliver a metal reimagining of Logan’s classic ballad ‚Hold Me Now‘.

International power metal act ASTERISE have released their new single ‚Rapid Fire‘, a high-octane three-minute track featuring AVANTASIA vocalist Herbie Langhans and SHADOWQUEST drummer Ronny Milianowicz. The release marks the second collaboration between these musicians and signals a turning point as the band prepares to focus on a full-length album.

A COLD PARADISE, the modern metal project fronted by former ALL FOR METAL vocalist Antonio Calanna, has unveiled a music video for their brand-new single „Here I Rise“. The track marks a bold new chapter for the band, combining modern heaviness, emotional intensity and soaring energy into a powerful statement of intent. Signed to Perception, a division of Reigning Phoenix Music, A COLD PARADISE are staking their claim in the contemporary metal landscape.

Finnish newcomers MERET have stepped into the light with their debut single ‚Breath Of The Dying Sun‘, released on May 14th, 2026 via Inverse Records. The track serves as the first taste of the band’s forthcoming self-titled EP, blending melancholy, beauty, and atmospheric heaviness in equal measure. Featuring veterans of the Finnish metal scene with roots in HANGING GARDEN, SHAMRAIN, CRIMFALL, and WHERE’S MY BIBLE, MERET arrive with serious pedigree.

Italian symphonic death metal titans FLESHGOD APOCALYPSE have partnered with New York City restaurant Handcraft Burgers and Brew to create a limited-edition signature burger. Available only until May 15, 2026, the „Opera Of Ruin Burger“ celebrates the band’s upcoming show at The Palladium Times Square in New York City.

SICKSENSE are back with a fierce new statement of identity. „Newsflash“ is a genre-bending anthem celebrating individuality and self-expression, accompanied by an explosive official music video. The release signals more new music on the horizon from the independent heavy act.